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Marie-France ChevronView profile

Associate Professor

University of ViennaAustria

Marie-France Chevron serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Social and Cultural Anthropology within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Vienna. With a research career spanning over two decades from 2001 to 2023, she has established herself as a prominent scholar in digital anthropology and media studies, particularly focusing on how young people navigate contemporary digital landscapes. Her research interests center on media literacy, serious games, mixed methods approaches, and adolescence studies. Chevron employs innovative participatory methodologies to investigate how adolescents develop digital literacy skills through game-based learning environments. Her work bridges cultural anthropology with educational technology, examining the complex interplay between traditional cultural frameworks and emerging digital practices. Analysis of Chevron's publication record reveals consistent engagement with interdisciplinary approaches that merge anthropology, psychology, and media studies. Her recent work shows increasing focus on historical perspectives of cultural phenomena alongside contemporary digital issues, as evidenced by her 2023 analysis of Freudian theories in fin-de-siècle Vienna alongside her ongoing research on social media literacy. Scientific Awards: UNIVIE Teaching Award 2014 - Category ERFOLGREICHER STUDIENEINSTIEG (Successful Student Onboarding) Chevron has supervised numerous student projects and has been actively involved in research funding initiatives, most notably the project 'Zur Selbstoptimierung des Emotionalen' (2017-2020) which explored emotional self-optimization through digital media. Her academic activities extend beyond traditional research to include significant contributions to public discourse through radio appearances and conference presentations. She participates in collaborative research networks focused on anthropological approaches to digital culture and has contributed to the organization of academic symposia including the Internationales ÖGUF/AG-Symposium 2022 on scientific societies in archaeology, anthropology, and ethnology.

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Nicole MillsView profile

Lecturer

Harvard UniversityUnited States

Nicole Mills serves as Joint Director of Language Programs (interim), Coordinator of the French language program, and Language Advisor for the Office of International Education at Harvard University, while holding an adjunct lecturer appointment in Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She co-founded the Certificate in Teaching Language & Culture and actively shapes language pedagogy through administrative leadership and innovative curriculum design across multiple Harvard departments. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in French and Educational Studies and an M.A. in French literature , both from Emory University. These qualifications underpin her interdisciplinary approach to language education, bridging theoretical linguistics with practical pedagogy. Mills’ research pioneers the integration of virtual reality and artificial intelligence in language learning, focusing on psychological aspects of language acquisition, immersive cultural experiences, and curriculum development. Her work demonstrates how experiential learning contexts can transform traditional language instruction, particularly through projects like the La République VR environment that immerses students in Parisian life through diverse perspectives. This research intersects digital humanities, critical theory, and French literary studies to create transformative educational experiences. Her publication trajectory reveals a clear evolution from foundational self-efficacy studies toward cutting-edge explorations of AI and immersive technologies in language education. Recent work emphasizes pedagogical innovation during crises (like pandemic teaching transitions) and the systematic integration of emerging technologies into language program infrastructure, reflecting both theoretical depth and practical applicability. Innovation in Language Program Direction Award (2020) from the American Association of University Supervisors and Coordinators ABL Connect award for Teaching Innovation (2018) from Harvard's Center for Teaching and Learning Mills has secured significant grant funding including Harvard's HILT grants (2017-2020) for VR initiatives and Provost Fund support for AI pedagogy projects. Her collaborative approach is evident in partnerships with Wonda VR, Harvard's Center for Technology in Government, and international institutions for VR/AI development, while her co-founding of the Charlie Archive demonstrates commitment to digital humanities infrastructure for preserving cultural responses to global events. She leads the La République VR project team and the Charlie Archive curation group, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between technologists, language educators, and digital archivists to create resources that bridge academic research with real-world cultural contexts.

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Robb W LindgrenView profile

Professor

University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignUnited States

Robb W Lindgren is a Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with appointments in Curriculum and Instruction and Educational Psychology . He serves as Associate Dean for Research in the College of Education and holds affiliations with the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) , Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology , and Center for Social & Behavioral Science . His research focuses on Embodied learning through gesture and physical interaction Design of mixed/augmented reality educational systems Collaborative STEM education with immersive technologies Recent publications highlight his work in: Biochemistry simulations using haptic feedback (2024) VR-based spatial reasoning for astronomy education (2023) Metaverse learning environments with theory-driven design (2023) Climate change simulations with full-body tracking (2022) His research group explores how physical movement and gestural interfaces shape scientific understanding and conceptual change. Key collaborations include work with Jee Hyang Park , Jun Kang , and Thomas Kim , focusing on Gesture-mediated collaboration XR learning analytics Agency in embodied design

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Teresa TreatView profile

Professor

University of IowaUnited States

Teresa Treat is a Professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Iowa. Her research integrates clinical psychology with cognitive science, focusing on sexual aggression prevention, social perception, disordered eating, and psychometrics. Education: PhD from Indiana University (2000) Her work examines cognitive mechanisms underlying sexual aggression risk, including attentional biases, memory deficits, and social norm misperceptions. She has developed computerized prevention programs combining cognitive training with motivational interviewing to address sexual aggression, risky sex, and heavy drinking among college men. Recent publications analyze sexual perception accuracy, cognitive processing of affective cues, and health behavior misjudgments. Her lab employs signal detection theory, eye-tracking, and computational modeling to study these processes. Projects include NIAAA-funded studies on alcohol’s impact on visual attention and NIH-funded development of protective behavioral strategies. Collaborators include Drs. Corbin (ASU), Viken (IU), and McFall (IU).

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Kerstin DautenhahnView profile

Visiting Professor

University of HertfordshireUnited Kingdom

Professor Kerstin Dautenhahn serves as Visiting Professor in Artificial Intelligence at the Centre for AI and Robotics Research, University of Hertfordshire. A pioneering researcher in socially assistive robotics, she directs therapeutic applications for children with autism and elderly care through human-robot collaboration frameworks. Her research spans Human-Robot Interaction, Social Robotics, and Robot-assisted therapy with expertise in autobiographic memory systems and narrative-driven social learning. Current work focuses on developing adaptive companion robots that evolve through longitudinal human engagement, particularly investigating trust dynamics during error recovery and continual learning mechanisms in therapeutic contexts. Recent publications (2022-2025) reveal concentrated exploration of robot curiosity frameworks, human perception of autonomous decision-making, and error consequence modeling. These studies establish foundational principles for socially intelligent robots that maintain user trust through transparent learning processes and context-aware adaptation. Professor Dautenhahn holds editorial leadership as founding Editor-in-Chief of Interaction Studies and Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing , International Journal of Social Robotics , and Adaptive Behavior . She maintains Senior Membership in IEEE and active roles in ACM and SSAISB. She has supervised three graduate students and secured 23 research projects including Horizon 2020 initiatives BabyRobot (2016-2018) and SECURE (2015-2019), plus the KASPAR autism therapy project (2013-2018). Her funding portfolio demonstrates sustained focus on translating social robotics research into clinical and domestic applications through multi-institutional collaborations. As principal investigator for the Centre for AI and Robotics Research, she leads the KASPAR humanoid robot development team and coordinates the Robot House 2.0 facility. Her interdisciplinary teams integrate computer scientists, developmental psychologists, and clinical therapists to create evidence-based robotic interventions validated through longitudinal field studies.

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D.G. WebsterView profile

Associate Professor

Dartmouth CollegeUnited States

D.G. Webster is an Associate Professor in the Environmental Studies Department at Dartmouth College, specializing in environmental governance, political economy, and social-ecological systems. Her research focuses on "precursors to governance," examining the processes social-ecological systems undergo before effective environmental policies can be designed and implemented. Dr. Webster holds a B.A. from Connecticut College and both an M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Southern California. She serves as Editor of the journal Global Environmental Politics and contributes to her field through service to the Environmental Studies Section of the International Studies Association and the Ocean Taskforce of the Earth Systems Governance Project. She was awarded the Fulbright Distinguished Fellowship in Oceans Governance at the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil for 2024-2025. Her research examines how power disconnects and problem narratives affect environmental governance across various contexts including fisheries, mining, oil production, nutrient pollution, climate change, and public health. She has developed three key conclusions: institutional design cannot be ahistorical; shifting to effective precursors to governance is necessary for successful environmental management; and synergies between environmental and social justice movements are crucial for breaking down governance barriers. Dr. Webster's work employs diverse methodologies including historical analysis, computational modeling, and interdisciplinary collaboration. She has led projects such as the Chesapeake Governance Project, Media Coverage of Climate Related Extreme Events, and the development of the Oceans Governance Toolkit. Her research has been funded by organizations including NSF's Social-Environment Synthesis Center (SESYNC). Among her notable awards and recognitions are her editorship of Global Environmental Politics , service on multiple editorial boards including Environmental Politics and Earth Systems Governance Journal , and her role as a contributor to the International Science Council's Policy Brief on Global Sea-Level Rise. She has also served as a panelist at the UN Oceans Conference in Lisbon, Portugal (2022). Dr. Webster teaches courses including Marine Policy (ENVS 17), Political Economy of US Environmental Governance (ENVS 56), Global Environmental Politics (ENVS 65), and Business, Growth, and the Environment (ENVS 16). She has advised numerous students and collaborated with researchers across disciplines to advance understanding of environmental governance challenges and solutions.

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Julie Brefczynski-LewisView profile

Academic

West Virginia UniversityUnited States

Julie Brefczynski-Lewis is a Research Assistant Professor at West Virginia University School of Medicine, holding positions in both the Department of Neuroscience and the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute. She earned her PhD from the Medical College of Wisconsin and serves as the neuroimaging liaison for the Center for Advanced Imaging. West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Neuroscience Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute Dr. Brefczynski-Lewis's primary research focuses on compassion meditation training for stress relief, particularly regarding difficult interpersonal relations. She has developed a smartphone application to facilitate daily meditation practice and examines the resulting neural, physiological, and behavioral changes. Her work spans multiple neuroimaging techniques including MRI, PET, EEG, and TMS, with applications in working memory, mindfulness, trust, neonatal cognition, pediatric sleep disorders, stroke studies, depression, and auditory processing in disordered populations. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trajectory in advancing neuroimaging technology, particularly in developing ambulatory PET systems that allow brain imaging during natural movement. This work represents a significant departure from traditional stationary brain imaging approaches and opens new possibilities for studying brain function in real-world contexts. Neuroimaging liaison for the Center for Advanced Imaging Weekly neuroimaging group meetings at Mondays 4:00 PM Provides training in MRI, PET, EEG, and TMS techniques Assists with experimental design and IRB protocols Dr. Brefczynski-Lewis actively collaborates across disciplines, serving as a bridge between technical imaging development and clinical applications. Her work on compassion meditation represents an important integration of traditional contemplative practices with modern neuroscience methodology, while her contributions to ambulatory PET technology showcase her innovative approach to overcoming limitations in current neuroimaging paradigms.

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Tanja WiehnView profile

Assistant Professor

Lund UniversitySweden

Tanja Wiehn is an Assistant Professor in Digital Cultures at the Department of Arts and Cultural Sciences, Lund University. Her research bridges critical algorithm studies , digital culture , and platform studies , with a focus on gendered, racial, and class-based dimensions of algorithmic systems. She teaches in the bachelor’s program in Digital Cultures and the ALM master’s program. Education : PhD in Digital Cultures (2021) from the University of Copenhagen. Her work interrogates the synthetic turn in AI data production , addressing socio-political challenges and aesthetic expressions. Current projects include studying synthetic data’s role in privacy preservation and its cultural implications. Recent publications explore themes like datafication of homes , privacy politics , and machine vision aesthetics . She collaborates internationally on initiatives like the Follow Me project (Danish Independent Research Fund) and Digital Culture Research Cluster .

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Petter BrodinView profile

Professor

Karolinska InstitutetSweden

Petter Brodin is a dual-appointed academic with a Professor ship at Karolinska Institutet 's Department of Women's and Children's Health and a Senior Lecturer position at Imperial College London 's MRC London Institute of Medical Sciences. His work bridges clinical pediatrics and cutting-edge systems immunology , focusing on human immune system profiling through blood analysis. Education : MD/PhD from Karolinska Institutet, postdoc at Stanford University Research spans three major domains: Sex hormone immunomodulation - Revealing testosterone's role in suppressing autoimmune pathways while enhancing infection vulnerability through Nature studies of gender-affirming treatment Post-COVID pathophysiology - Developing antiviral treatment strategies for chronic SARS-CoV-2 reservoirs with Pfizer, focusing on severely affected patients Developmental immunology - Mapping immune-microbiome interactions in newborns and cancer immunotherapy applications in pediatric solid tumors Major awards include: 2023 Oscar Medin Prize 2024 Wallenberg Scholar 2022 VR and SSMF Consolidator Awards 2019 EMBO Young Investigator 2015 ERC Starting Grant Supervised 5 PhD/MSc students while leading a multidisciplinary team at BrodiN lab (brodinlab.com). Current clinical trials include: 15-day antiviral regimen for tissue reservoirs Immunomodulatory approaches for autoimmune profiles Active in science communication through BlueSky platform and Paris Kids Cancer Symposium leadership, emphasizing human-centric research over animal models.

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James KaihatuView profile

Professor

Texas A&M UniversityUnited States

James Kaihatu is a Professor in the Civil & Environmental Engineering department at Texas A&M University's College of Engineering, serving as Division Head of Environmental, Water Resources, & Coastal Engineering. His research focuses on surface wave dynamics, tsunami inundation, contaminant transport, and coastal flooding impacts. Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Delaware (1994) M.S., Civil Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (1987) B.S., Civil Engineering, California State Polytechnic University (1986) His work spans computational modeling, laboratory experiments (NHERI Directional Wave Basin, Oregon State University), and field studies post-hurricanes (Ike, Michael, Dorian, Ian). Funded by NSF, ONR, NOAA, and EPA, he explores data assimilation techniques for bathymetry inversion and environmental monitoring. Current projects include Galveston Bay wetland erosion analysis and post-disaster field surveys in hurricane-affected regions.

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Alice HaynesView profile

Researcher

KTH Royal Institute of TechnologySweden

Alice Haynes is a Digital Futures Postdoctoral Fellow at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, working on the Felt Connections project under the Division of Media Technology and Interaction Design . She collaborates with Prof. Kristina Höök and Associate Prof. Iolanda Leite to create shape-changing textile interfaces that foster meaningful bodily interactions for children and adults. Education PhD in Engineering Mathematics, University of Bristol (2022) Specialization in Soft Robotics and Haptic Interfaces Her research blends soft robotics, e-textiles, and soma design to develop tactile technologies that prioritize bodily engagement over traditional visual/auditory interfaces. Current work explores: first-person design for scoliosis, symmetry-asymmetry dynamics in bodily interactions, and soma-driven methods that emphasize felt experiences. Key article trends include shape-changing textiles (SMA-actuated smocking, machine embroidery), emotional/therapeutic applications (anxiety relief, social touch), and multisensory integration (audio-tactile mappings, biosignal interaction). Scientific Contributions Recipient of Digital Futures Postdoctoral Fellowship Co-design methodologies for child-centered technology Material-driven evaluation frameworks for e-textiles Embodied interaction paradigms through haptic cushions Alice teaches Human-Computer Interaction Research Seminars (DH2632) and Media Technology and Interaction Design (DM2601) , while actively seeking Master's students for collaborative thesis work.

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Sandra PaulettoView profile

Professor

KTH Royal Institute of TechnologySweden

Sandra Pauletto is a Professor in Media Technology specializing in Media Production and a Docent in Sound and Music Computing at the Division of Media Technology and Interaction Design (MID), School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. She joined KTH in 2019 after positions at the University of York and University of Huddersfield in the UK. Her work bridges the gap between artistic sound practices and technological innovation in the field of sonic interaction design. Pauletto holds a Physics degree (MPhys(Hons)) from Manchester and a Music degree in Classical Guitar from Conservatorio "G.Tartini" in Trieste, Italy. She completed her MSc and PhD in Music Technology at the University of York, UK, where her doctoral thesis focused on "Interactive non-speech auditory display of multivariate data." Her interdisciplinary background informs her approach to sound and media research. Her primary research interests focus on sound and music computing, media production, sound design, sonic interaction design, and sonification . She investigates how sound communicates both functional information (e.g., a car door shutting) and aesthetic qualities (e.g., the type of car) in interactive contexts. Her current projects apply these principles to sustainability challenges like energy consumption monitoring and environmental awareness, as well as health communication applications. She has developed methods that combine historical sound design practices with contemporary computing techniques to create more effective sonic interfaces. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward applying sound design to address societal challenges, particularly through projects like SonicFunc (developing sound design methods for everyday life) and SoniHED (Sonification of Health and Environmental Data). Her work increasingly incorporates interdisciplinary approaches, collaborating with experts in astronomy, environmental science, and public health to develop effective sonic interfaces for complex data. She has received funding for significant research projects including: The SonicFunc project (Principal Investigator), developing new sound design methods for the digital society The SCORe Project (Principal Investigator), using sonification to communicate public health risk data SoniHED: Conference on Sonification of Health and Environmental Data (funded by Wellcome Trust) Chronic health issues of adolescents project (funded by Centre for Chronic Diseases and Disorders) As an educator and mentor, Pauletto has served as Principal Supervisor for 5 completed PhD students and is currently Associate Supervisor for 1 PhD student. She has extensive teaching experience across all academic levels and has held management roles including Deputy Head of the MID Division at KTH and Programme Director for the MA/MSc in Postproduction with specialisation in Sound Design. She has also been a member of the Peer Review College for the UK Arts and Humanities Research Council and an expert reviewer for EU FP7 and H2020 programmes. She leads the SonicFunc research group which investigates sound function, aesthetics, and interaction in media production to create effective sonic interaction design for everyday life. Her team includes postdoctoral researchers like Rod Selfridge and PhD students working on projects related to sustainability, health communication, and innovative sound design methodologies. She has also organized multiple conferences including the SoniHED conference series and guest edited special journal issues on data sonification and sound design.

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Anthony McGarryView profile

Senior Lecturer

University of StrathclydeUnited Kingdom

Dr. Anthony McGarry is a Senior Teaching Fellow in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde's Faculty of Engineering. With over 50 research outputs spanning two decades, his work focuses on prosthetics, orthotics, biomechanics, and rehabilitation engineering. His research has significantly contributed to understanding prosthetic socket design, gait analysis, measurement reliability, and physical activity in amputees. His research interests encompass a wide range of topics including prosthetics and orthotics, biomechanics, gait analysis, CAD/CAM systems, measurement reliability, physical activity in amputees, rehabilitation engineering, lower limb amputation, microprocessor prosthetics, and 3D printing applications. His work often bridges clinical practice with engineering solutions, focusing on improving patient outcomes through technological innovation. Dr. McGarry's recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate continued innovation in the field, with work on 3D-printed cranial helmets, vision-based motion capture for gait analysis, and service quality assessment in prosthetics and orthotics. His research shows a consistent trend toward improving measurement techniques, enhancing prosthetic design, and understanding patient experiences. His scientific achievements include: Converge Challenge Competition runner up (2024) PCAD Prosthetic CAD shape capture in a weight bearing environment award (2022) FIA Foundation Research Award Dr. McGarry has been actively involved in research projects including the PCAD project (2023-2025) focusing on prosthetic CAD shape capture in weight-bearing environments, and has supervised three research students. His work on the reliability of measurement systems, particularly goniometers and activity monitors, has been widely cited and has influenced clinical practice. His research group at Strathclyde focuses on developing innovative solutions for prosthetic and orthotic challenges, with particular emphasis on measurement systems, CAD/CAM applications, and patient-centered outcomes. Current projects are exploring how weight-bearing environments affect prosthetic socket design and how emerging technologies can improve clinical outcomes.

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Alessandra PonteView profile

Professor

University of MontrealCanada

Alessandra Ponte is a full professor at the École d’architecture of Université de Montréal. She has held teaching positions at Princeton University, Cornell University, Pratt Institute, ETH Zurich, and Istituto Universitario di Architettura di Venezia. Her research focuses on architecture's relationship with environment, mapping, and information systems, particularly in extreme landscapes and post-industrial contexts. Collaborated on CCA exhibitions: Environnement Total: Montréal 1965-1975 (2009) and God & Co: François Dallegret, Beyond the Bubble (2011-2014) Authored The House of Light and Entropy (2014) and Architecture et Information 2.0 series (2017-2020) Led research projects: Mining infrastructures in Québec (2014-2016), Architecture and Information 2.0 (2017-present), and Claiming the Planet: Post-Industrial Design Experiences (2020-2022) Her current work examines machine-generated spatial representations through drones, autonomous vehicles, and AI mapping systems. This research challenges traditional horizon-based aesthetics and explores non-human territorialization processes. Publications analyze how digital technologies reshape architectural practice and environmental understanding. She has contributed to journals like Landscript , Annals of Architectural Research , and New Geographies . Her students' research includes topics like Tunisian urban modernization, architectural branding, and digital mapping systems. She co-edited the book God & Co: François Dallegret, Beyond the Bubble (2011-2014).

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Scott RettbergView profile

Professor

University of BergenNorway

Scott Rettberg is a Professor of Digital Culture at the University of Bergen's Department of Linguistic, Literary and Aesthetic Studies. He leads the Center for Digital Narrative and has directed major projects like ELMCIP, funded by the Ford and Rockefeller Foundations. Contact: scott.rettberg@uib.no. Research Focus: Electronic literature, AI-generated narratives, digital humanities infrastructure. Recent Work: Explores AI writing practices, pandemic-themed digital art, and cyborg authorship models. His publications analyze intersections between generative algorithms and literary form, with a strong emphasis on digital ethics and pedagogy. Awards include the Robert Coover Award (2016) and N. Katherine Hayles Award (2019). Key Contributions: Co-founder, Electronic Literature Organization Director, ELMCIP Electronic Literature Knowledge Base Author, Electronic Literature (Polity, 2018)

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