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• Wearable Technology
• Human Activity Recognition
• Sensor Data Analysis
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Mathias Ciliberto is a Research Fellow in the Department of Computer Science and Technology at the University of Cambridge. His work focuses on wearable sensor technology, human activity recognition, and multimodal data analysis. He has contributed to major datasets such as the Sussex-Huawei Locomotion and Transportation Dataset, advancing transportation mode recognition and sensor-based analytics. His research includes innovations in earable technologies for gait monitoring, holistic motion analysis, and sensor fusion across audio, inertial, and GPS systems. Key contributions involve developing robust algorithms for activity recognition in challenging data scenarios, including missing data and poor annotations. He has organized international challenges (e.g., SHL Challenge series) and workshops (HASCA), fostering collaboration in sensor-based research. His projects emphasize practical applications in healthcare, sports biomechanics, and human-computer interaction, with a focus on real-world deployment of wearable systems.

Keith Edgar BrownView profile

Associate Professor

• Underwater Acoustics
• Bio-inspired Sonar Systems
• Autonomous Underwater Vehicles
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Keith Edgar Brown is an Associate Professor at Heriot-Watt University, affiliated with the School of Engineering & Physical Sciences and the Institute of Sensors, Signals & Systems. He also serves as Head of the Discipline of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering. He holds a BSc (1984) and PhD (1988) in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Edinburgh, where his doctoral research focused on knowledge-based fault diagnosis in microwave radio relay equipment. His research centers on underwater acoustics, bio-inspired sonar systems, and intelligent diagnostics for complex systems, with applications in autonomous underwater vehicles and subsea infrastructure monitoring. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to ocean health and sustainable energy systems. Research interests include: Underwater acoustics and bio-inspired sonar design Condition-based monitoring of subsea power cables using machine learning Autonomous systems operation in hostile environments Acoustic signal processing and source localization Recent publications emphasize machine learning-driven solutions for underwater asset management, with notable contributions to IEEE journals and conferences. His work has been recognized through awards like the 2018 'Telling tails of Public engagement' prize. Brown collaborates extensively on projects involving subsea infrastructure diagnostics and robotics applications.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Biomechanical Engineering
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Sidney S. Fels is a Professor at the University of British Columbia, affiliated with the Human Communication Technologies Lab in Vancouver. His research spans Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Virtual Reality, Biomechanical Engineering, Speech Synthesis, and Medical Imaging. He focuses on innovative interfaces, surgical simulation, and AI-driven educational tools. Recent work includes advancements in touch interaction systems (e.g., HaloTouch), chatbot-assisted learning, and biomechanical modeling for medical applications. His research interests emphasize bridging computational models with real-world applications, particularly in healthcare and education. Notable contributions include contributions to CHI conferences, SIGGRAPH, and INTERSPEECH, showcasing work on AI ethics in learning environments, vocal tract modeling, and pervasive computing systems. Fels collaborates extensively with researchers in engineering, medicine, and computer science, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to solving complex human-centric challenges. Labs/Teams: Human Communication Technologies Lab at UBC.

Thushara AbhayapalaView profile

Professor

• Spatial Audio
• Acoustic Signal Processing
• Wireless Communications
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Thushara Abhayapala is Professor in the ANU School of Engineering, specializing in physically-inspired signal processing. PhD from ANU (1999). Research develops novel approaches for spatial audio control, drone audition, and array signal processing. Pioneered spherical harmonic methods for microphone arrays and multizone sound reproduction. Fellow of Engineers Australia with 300+ publications. Former Director of ANU Research School of Engineering (2010-2014) and IEEE Audio Technical Committee member.

William J. TurkelView profile

Professor

• Computational History
• Big History
• Science and Technology Studies (STS)
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William J. Turkel is a Professor of History at The University of Western Ontario, Canada, and a member of the Royal Society of Canada's College of New Scholars. His research focuses on computational history, science and technology studies, and disability studies. He holds a PhD from MIT (2004) and leads the History Department's Fab Lab, equipped with advanced fabrication tools. Turkel's work includes reverse-engineering historical technologies, digital exhibit design, and mentoring over 20 students. He has authored books like Spark from the Deep and The Archive of Place , and his open-source textbook Digital Research Methods with Mathematica is widely used. Awards include the Western Award for Technology-Enhanced Teaching (2021) and SSHRC funding for NiCHE (2004–14). Education: PhD, MIT (2004) Research Interests: Computational methods, big history, modular synthesis, disability studies, and astrobiology. His lab explores tangible computing, 3D printing, and historical experimentation. Articles Overview: Recent work spans digital humanities tool development, historical computing analysis, and music-pattern recognition via machine learning. Key themes include bridging computational methods with historical inquiry. Awards: Royal Society membership (2018), Western University award (2021), and SSHRC leadership (2004–14). Advising & Grants: Supervised over 20 students and postdocs, including Devon Elliott and Ian Milligan. Collaborates with Tim Hitchcock, Edward Jones-Imhotep, and others on projects like MK ULTRA analysis and exoskeleton patent studies. Labs/Teams: The History Department Fab Lab includes 3D printers, CNC tools, and electronics prototyping. His lab designs interactive exhibits and tangible artifacts to explore historical phenomena.

Ron SmithView profile

Lecturer

• Business Education
• Engineering Education
• Mechanical Engineering
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Ron Smith is a Lecturer and Counselor in the B2B Revenue Readiness Program at Mississippi State University’s College of Business. His work bridges academic instruction with professional development, focusing on business-to-business strategies and student engagement in technical coursework. He holds a strong background in mechanical engineering pedagogy, evidenced by publications on curriculum design and innovative teaching methods such as gamified learning using platforms like Kahoot!. His research spans multiple disciplines including biomedical research (e.g., NGS applications in oncology), thermal systems engineering, and statistical methodologies. Notable contributions include work on heat recovery systems, Markov chain Monte Carlo analysis, and uncertainty quantification in energy systems. His instructional innovations aim to enhance conceptual understanding through historical context and active learning strategies. Ron’s articles reflect a blend of practical engineering solutions and pedagogical advancements, emphasizing real-world applications such as energy efficiency improvements and student motivation techniques. His interdisciplinary approach integrates technical expertise with educational theory to address challenges in both academic and industrial contexts.

Aaron SmithView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Engineering Education
• Uncertainty Analysis
• Energy System Modeling and Optimization
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Aaron Smith is an Associate Clinical Professor at the Michael W. Hall School of Mechanical Engineering, Mississippi State University (MSU), part of the Bagley College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. (2012) and B.S. (2008) in Mechanical Engineering from MSU. Before academia, he worked as a Senior Engineer at Eaton Aerospace (2013-2015) and as a Graduate Research Assistant at MSU (2009-2012). His research interests focus on engineering education, uncertainty analysis, energy systems, and control systems design. He has received multiple teaching awards, including the Mechanical Engineering Outstanding Faculty Teaching Award (2022, 2017) and the Schillig Special Teaching Projects Award (2020). Dr. Smith teaches courses such as Thermodynamics, Engineering Analysis, and Mechanical System Design. His work emphasizes student engagement through innovative pedagogical methods, including gamification and project-based learning. He has authored patents related to hydraulic systems and control logic, demonstrating his industry-academia bridge. His publications span thermal system modeling, educational strategies, and uncertainty analysis in engineering systems. Notable achievements include the Eaton Aerospace Innovation Award (2015) and Green Belt in Design for Six Sigma Certification (2015). His research and teaching contributions reflect a commitment to advancing both mechanical engineering practice and education. He currently leads efforts in curriculum development and student motivation strategies within the mechanical engineering program.

Martin LynaghView profile

Lecturer

• Game Development
• Project Management in Games
• Procedural Rhetoric in Simulations
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Martin Lynagh is a Lecturer in Game Production at Abertay University's Division of Games and Arts since 2018. Prior to academia, he spent two decades as a producer in the video games and computer graphics industries, contributing to projects like LittleBigPlanet. His research focuses on procedural rhetoric in simulations to improve student project management and fostering UK-China game industry collaboration through the AHRC-funded InGAME International project. Education Background: No formal education details provided in text. Research Interests: Martin explores how game design principles can enhance educational outcomes and cross-border industry partnerships. His work emphasizes practical applications of game development theories in both academic and professional settings. Current projects include analyzing China's gaming market dynamics and developing frameworks for international collaboration. Collaborations: Active in multi-country research networks, particularly with Chinese institutions. Co-investigator on InGAME International, which aims to bridge UK-China game developer communities. Labs/Teams: Involved in the InGAME International initiative and contributes to collaborative projects like the Steam China publishing case study and UK-China mobile game prototypes.

Eldad TsabaryView profile

Professor

• Electroacoustic Music
• Improvisation
• Live Coding
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Eldad Tsabary is an Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Concordia University. He leads the SSHRC-funded Reflective Iterative Scenario Enactments (RISE) project and founded the Concordia Laptop Orchestra (CLOrk), which has performed internationally. His work spans electroacoustic music, live coding, and interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with AI and global artistic networks. Doctorate in Music Education from Boston University Research interests include improvisation , neural synthesis , and browser-based collaborative platforms . His recent publications explore GAN-based transformation matrices , multilingual live coding environments , and evolutionary dynamics in laptop orchestras , reflecting his focus on technology-driven musical innovation. Notable scientific contributions include the SSHRC-funded RISE project and leadership in the Canadian Electroacoustic Community (CEC) and the International Conference on Arts and Humanities. He actively collaborates with the Milieux Institute and Gina Cody School of Engineering, emphasizing AI integration in the arts.

Ravi PrakashView profile

Professor

• 360-degree Video Streaming
• Wireless Networking
• Mobile Computing
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Ravi Prakash is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and the Hobson Wildenthal Honors College at the University of Texas at Dallas. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer and Information Science from The Ohio State University (1996), with research focused on 360-degree video streaming, wireless networking, mobile computing, and distributed systems. His work addresses challenges in field-of-view prediction, edge caching, and coexistence of wireless technologies in unlicensed bands. He teaches courses ranging from discrete mathematics to advanced operating systems and internet policy. Education: Ph.D. (1996) and M.S. (1991) from Ohio State University; B.Tech. (1990) from Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. Research Interests: 360-degree video optimization (caching, editing) Wireless MAC protocols (WiFi, cognitive radio) Mobile ad hoc networks (MANETs) Distributed system algorithms Legal/ethical implications of computing Professional Service: Co-chair (ICDCS 2025), General Co-chair (MASS 2025), IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing associate editor, and UT Dallas Senate member. Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2001), multiple teaching excellence awards, and best paper recognitions. Labs/Teams: Active in wireless networking testbeds (ASSERT), mobile computing optimization, and 360-video streaming frameworks (CooPEC, 360RAT).

Marcin WitkowskiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Signal Processing
• Speech Dereverberation
• Speaker Verification
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Dr. Marcin Witkowski is an Assistant Professor at the AGH University of Science and Technology in Cracow, Poland, specializing in the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications . His work focuses on signal processing with particular emphasis on speaker verification, speech dereverberation, and multichannel audio analysis. He holds a Ph.D. (2022) and master's degree (2012) in Electronics and Telecommunication from AGH UST, alongside a B.E.E. in Acoustics Engineering (2013). Research Interests: Far-field speaker verification, speech dereverberation techniques, robust audio processing, and blind source separation. His projects include developing anti-spoofing systems and enhancing distant speech recognition in reverberant environments. Recent work explores neural network hallucinations in Whisper ASR and VR-based voice training tools. Labs/Teams : Core member of the Signal Processing Group at AGH UST. Active in EU-funded projects on multichannel signal processing and speaker recognition systems.

Fikret BasicView profile

Researcher

• Battery Management Systems
• Wireless Communication Security
• Embedded Systems
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Fikret Basic is a researcher at the Institute of Technical Informatics at TU Wien, specializing in cybersecurity for embedded systems and battery management systems (BMS). His work focuses on integrating RFID, NFC, and secure communication protocols into industrial and automotive applications. He has led/co-led multiple EU-funded projects including SPiDR, OPEVA, and Intelligent & Networked Embedded Systems. Basic has published extensively at IEEE conferences and received awards such as Scientist of the Year 2024 and AVL Hans List Fonds Preis 2023. His contributions span secure data acquisition, wireless BMS architectures, and authentication mechanisms for IoT devices. Research interests include: Battery Management Systems, Cybersecurity for Industrial Networks, RFID/NFC Applications, Embedded System Security, and IoT Architecture Design. He actively participates in workshops like SPICES 2024 (as Chair) and peer reviews for conferences like EuroPLoP. Basic holds a Dipl.-Ing. (Diploma in Engineering) and a Dr.techn. (Technical Doctorate) in electrical engineering. Projects: SPIDR2 (2025-2028), OPEVA (2023-2025), SPiDR (2021-2024) Grants: AVL Hans List Fonds, Austrian Research Promotion Agency Labs/Teams: Member of TU Wien's Embedded Systems Security Group, collaborates with industrial partners like AVL List GmbH Media engagements include a TV interview in Bosnia discussing academic career paths and a feature in Kleine Zeitung highlighting IT talent development.

• Sound Design
• Film and Television Studies
• Interactive Media
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Leo Murray is a Senior Lecturer at Murdoch University's School of Media and Communication within the College of Law, Arts and Social Sciences. His research focuses on sound design in film/TV, interactive media, and digital forensics, blending theoretical inquiry with practical applications. Before academia, he worked as a BBC radio engineer and recording studio technician, later transitioning to education after completing a Graduate Diploma in Education at Murdoch in 1999. PhD in Media Studies, Murdoch University (2014) Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences, University of Westminster (1997) Research interests include semiotics applied to sound design, environmental media studies, and the ethics of audio in documentary production. Notable projects include sound installations at the Venice Biennale (2023) and critical analyses of advertising's environmental impact. His work bridges creative practice with theoretical frameworks like Peircean semiotics. Recent publications explore climate change narratives, urban pollution economics, and interdisciplinary sound art practices. He has pioneered approaches to teaching audio remix techniques in undergraduate education. Recipient of Murdoch University's Graduate Teaching Award (2020) Advises on projects combining sound design with environmental advocacy, and collaborates with the Murdoch Sound Lab. Current research focuses on acoustic ecology and cultural representations of climate crisis.

• Auditorium Acoustics
• Theatre Acoustics
• Bell Tower Acoustics
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John Bassett is a Lecturer at Murdoch University's School of Media and Communication within the College of Law, Arts and Social Sciences. He is also a Senior Consultant at Praxis Acoustics. With a 30-year career in live sound, sound system design, and acoustics consulting, his expertise spans environmental impact assessments, bell tower acoustics, and studio design. PhD in Auditorium Acoustics (2002–2012), Sydney University Master of Design Science (1994–2000), Sydney University Graduate Diploma in Education (2014–2016), Auckland University His research focuses on spatial diffusivity of sound fields using ambisonic techniques, auditorium acoustics, and bell tower acoustics. He has taught at institutions including the Australian Institute of Music, University of Sydney, and Sydney Conservatorium. Awards include the Higher Education Academy Associate Fellowship (2021) and University of Sydney's Jean and Andrew Wong Fellowship (2001) Affiliated with Acoustical Society of America, Audio Engineering Society, and Australian Acoustical Society John's career bridges academic teaching, research, and professional consulting in acoustics and audio engineering.

Elena RazlogovaView profile

Associate Professor

• U.S. Radio History
• Cold War Media Studies
• Global Film Festivals
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Elena Razlogova is an Associate Professor of History at Concordia University's Department of History, part of the Faculty of Arts and Science. She holds a B.A. from the University of California at Berkeley, an M.A. from New York University, and a Ph.D. from George Mason University. Her research focuses on Cold War media infrastructures, Soviet and global cinema networks, algorithmic music recommendation systems, and the history of radio. Notable projects include studies on Sino-Soviet film diplomacy, Pan-African cinema circuits, and the transformation of freeform radio into digital streaming platforms. Razlogova has published widely in journals such as American Quarterly and Cultural Studies , and edited special issues like the Radical Histories in Digital Culture for Radical History Review . Her current book project examines freeform radio station WFMU's influence on online music culture. Her work bridges media history with digital culture studies, emphasizing transnational networks and the socio-technical dimensions of cultural exchange. Key themes include algorithmic bias in music platforms, the politics of translation in film festivals, and the material infrastructure of Cold War media systems.