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Overview ASSILA Ahlem is a Researcher-Lecturer at CESI, specializing in Human-Machine Interaction (HMI), Augmented Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR). She holds a PhD in Computer Science from Université de Valenciennes (2016) and a postdoctoral position at Institut Image ARTS ET METIERS PARISTECH (2017). Her research focuses on usability evaluation, digital twin technology, and BIM-integrated XR systems. She has supervised multiple engineering and master’s projects, including AR application development for network management. Research Contributions Developed frameworks for integrating subjective/objective usability metrics using ISO standards Proposed maturity models for BIM-based AR/VR systems Explored digital twin applications in manufacturing and construction industries Education & Responsibilities Teaches computer science at all engineering levels (L1-M2) at CESI Reims, including algorithmics, HMI design, and project-based learning. Served as pilot for engineering program cycles (2017–2020). Active in organizing international conferences (e.g., HCI 2020, Flexible Automation 2018) and peer review for journals like IJISE and IEEE VR. Awards & Recognition No specific awards listed, but recognized for contributions to HCI and industry-relevant research. Advising & Grants Supervised over 10 student projects including PFEs and internships. Actively participates in jury panels for engineering thesis defenses and academic promotions across multiple institutions. Labs & Collaborations Member of the CESI Chair for Industry and Services of Tomorrow, focusing on technology integration in construction and manufacturing sectors.

• Human-Machine Interaction (HMI)
• Augmented Reality (AR)
• Virtual Reality (VR)
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Iza Marfisi is a Professor at the University of Le Mans where she became a University Professor in 2024 and was appointed Head of the IEIAH (Computer Environments for Human Learning) team in 2025. She works within the Claude Chappe Institute of Computer Science, focusing on developing educational technologies that empower teachers to create their own digital learning tools. Her research bridges computer science and educational theory to enhance teaching practices through accessible technology solutions, with particular emphasis on making advanced tools usable for non-technical educators. Marfisi's research spans Educational Technology, Serious Games for Education, Mobile Learning, and Extended Reality (XR), with a consistent focus on teacher-centered design. She develops "no-code" authoring tools enabling educators to create custom digital learning experiences deployable across various hardware platforms. Her work specifically targets situated learning with mobile devices, human-computer interactions for learning, and educational applications of mixed and extended reality. This approach democratizes access to advanced educational technologies by removing technical barriers for teachers. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a clear evolution from foundational mobile learning frameworks toward increasingly sophisticated integration of mixed reality and artificial intelligence in educational contexts. Her 2024-2025 work shows particular emphasis on generative AI for educational activity design, immersive pharmacology learning, and collaborative frameworks that connect multiple learning technologies. The publications consistently emphasize practical teacher needs, with many studies conducted in authentic educational settings rather than controlled laboratory environments. Marfisi actively supervises doctoral research across multiple dimensions of educational technology. Her current advisees explore artificial intelligence for mixed reality activity creation, mixed reality for professional training, free software approaches to serious games, and innovative interaction techniques for collaborative learning. Previous students have investigated mixed reality for fraction learning, educational game indexing systems, and mobile educational game design models. Her supervision portfolio demonstrates both depth in specific technical areas and breadth across the educational technology landscape. As Head of the IEIAH team at LIUM since 2025, Marfisi leads a research group focused on computer environments for human learning. She also serves on the Board of Directors for both the Serious Game Society and the IKIGAI association (Games for citizens), and was elected Deputy Director of Research at the Claude Chappe Institute of Computer Science since 2018. Her leadership extends to communications management for the IEIAH team and participation in the LIUM Laboratory Council (2022-2024), demonstrating significant institutional impact beyond her direct research contributions.

• Educational Technology
• Serious Games for Education
• Mobile Learning
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Thierry Duval is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science (INFO) at IMT Atlantique , Brest campus. His work focuses on Virtual Reality (VR) , Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) , and 3D Interaction in collaborative environments.

• Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Collaborative Virtual Environments
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Christophe Hurter is a Researcher at the National School of Civil Aviation , specializing in Artificial Intelligence , Data Visualization , and Human-Computer Interaction . His work bridges Aviation Technology , Neuroscience , and Extended Reality (XR) , focusing on enhancing human performance through AI-driven systems. Affiliation: National School of Civil Aviation (Faculty Member, AI axis) Research Interests include: Explainable AI for aviation systems Neurophysiological monitoring using thermal imaging Eye tracking and cognitive processes in memory retrieval Graph and trajectory visualization for air traffic control Augmented/Virtual Reality interfaces for remote collaboration Event-based vision systems for spiking neural networks Recent article trends highlight his expertise in machine learning for medical diagnostics , XR applications in aviation , and visual analytics for human factors research . His work often addresses real-world challenges in air traffic control, piloting training, and biomedical data interpretation.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Visualization
• Augmented Reality
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Ludovic Hamon is an Associate Professor at the IUT de Laval, Le Mans Université, France, since 2014. He is affiliated with the LIUM computer science laboratory and previously worked in the LARIS and LISA laboratories. His research focuses on virtual and augmented environments for learning, human motion analysis in educational contexts, and game mechanics. He teaches courses in relational databases and programming languages (C++/C#) at the DUT level. Key responsibilities include supervising student internships, managing research project calls, and mentoring students like Quentin Couland and Jean DELEST DJADJA. Education: PhD in Automation and Applied Computer Science from Université d’Angers (2011), with post-doctoral work at IRISA’s EXPRESSION team (2012–2014). Research interests include gesture learning through virtual environments, haptic simulators in dental education (EVAGO project), and automated motion evaluation in simulations. Publications emphasize applications of virtual/augmented reality in education, motion capture for skill assessment, and gamified tools like Albiziapp for collaborative learning. He contributes to conferences such as EC-TEL, CELDA, and GALA, focusing on technology-enhanced learning systems and human-computer interaction in educational settings. Lab affiliations include LIUM (computer science) and collaborations with LARIS and IRISA. His work bridges computational methods with pedagogical innovation, particularly in healthcare training and gesture-based learning.

• Virtual Environments for Human Learning
• Human Motion Analysis
• Augmented and Mixed Reality
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Sébastien George is a Full Professor of Computer Science at Le Mans Université , France, since 2013. He teaches at the Computer Science Department of the Institute of Technology of Laval and leads the IEIAH team at the LIUM Laboratory since 2021. Full Professor (2013–present) Head of LIUM Lab (2021–present) Deputy Director of IUT (Research Pole) Member of STICEF Journal Editorial Board Research Interests focus on Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) , Serious Games , Adaptive Gamification , and Innovative Human-Machine Interfaces for education. His work explores applications of VR/AR , Authoring Tools , and Motion-Based Learning in K-12 and higher education. Article Trends show expertise in serious game frameworks , collaborative learning tools , predictive analytics for student performance , and mixed reality educational applications . Recent publications emphasize adaptive learning systems and low-cost educational technologies . Advisees include 15 thesis students (past and current), with international collaborations in Morocco, Canada, and France. Projects span gamification models , pedagogical scenario design , and motion analysis for training , reflecting interdisciplinary TEL research.

• Computer Science
• Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL)
• Serious Games
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Aurélie Dommes is a Research Director in Psychology at Université Gustave Eiffel, specializing in pedestrian behavior, aging effects on mobility, and urban safety. Her work bridges psychology, ergonomics, and engineering to improve pedestrian safety through innovative technologies like virtual reality simulators and wearable devices. Key responsibilities include co-leading the ARPEGE 'Virtual Reality, Augmented and Mixed' commission since 2018 and serving on the University’s Human Research Ethics Board (CRPH). She leads major projects such as AUTOMA-PIED (2018–2022) investigating interactions between pedestrians and autonomous vehicles, and ACTIPHYZ (2016–2020) developing motion sensors for post-stroke patients. Research focuses on decision-making during street-crossing, spatial navigation, and the impact of aging. Over 30 peer-reviewed articles analyze topics like haptic guidance systems for seniors, simulator-based training efficacy, and dementia-related mobility risks. Projects emphasize translating findings into practical solutions like vibrotactile wristbands and adaptive urban infrastructure. Teaching includes cognitive psychology lectures at Université Paris Nanterre and contributions to mobility master’s programs. Media engagement includes interviews on elderly pedestrian safety for Arte and France Info, demonstrating impactful science communication.

• Pedestrian Behavior
• Aging and Mobility
• Street Crossing Safety
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Nathalie Huet is a Professor of Cognitive Psychology at the CLLE Laboratory (Cognition, Languages, Languages and Ergonomics), UMR 5263-CNRS, University of Toulouse Jean Jaurès. She serves as Director of the Department of Cognitive Psychology and Ergonomics within the Faculty of Psychology and holds leadership roles as Co-Scientific Manager of the CLLE Language and Cognitive Processes team and Co-Facilitator of the Education-Learning theme at CLLE. Her research centers on self-regulated learning models, examining relationships between cognitive, metacognitive, motivational variables and emotions in traditional and digital learning environments. She investigates virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality applications (including Hololens 2) in academic and professional learning contexts, with emphasis on healthcare training for nurses and surgeons. Additional research strands include the use of AI aids like ChatGPT in learning processes and memory optimization factors related to language learning from an embodied cognition perspective. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on embodied learning approaches in language education and memory research. Her work on embodied phonology methods for middle school English learners demonstrates significant impacts on pronunciation training and language acquisition. The PAC-PICL project represents a major contribution to embodied language teaching methodology, while her investigations into the "midscale disagreement problem" in psycholinguistic ratings have important methodological implications for cognitive science research. Professor Huet has supervised numerous doctoral students whose research aligns with her interests in self-regulated learning, embodied cognition, and educational technology. Her advisees have explored topics ranging from epistemic emotions in surgical training to cognitive investigations of pedagogical innovations and embodied approaches to language acquisition. She has secured various funding sources for these projects, including CIFRE partnerships with organizations like AFPA and SIMFORHEALTH. As Co-Scientific Manager of the Language and Cognitive Processes team at CLLE, Professor Huet leads interdisciplinary research that bridges cognitive psychology, linguistics, and educational technology. Her leadership in the CLLE Laboratory has fostered collaborations between psychologists, linguists, and ergonomists, creating a research environment focused on understanding human cognition in real-world educational contexts.

• Self-regulated learning
• Cognitive psychology
• Metacognition
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Arthur Fages is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Université de Toulouse and a member of the ELIPSE team at IRIT. His research focuses on developing novel interaction techniques using Mixed Reality technologies to enhance collaboration in multi-display environments. Previously, he was a postdoctoral researcher at LISN and earned his PhD from Université Paris-Saclay on collaborative design in augmented reality. His investigations bridge augmented reality and desktop interfaces to support remote teamwork, exploring workspace representations and viewpoint management. He has developed frameworks like ARgus to facilitate multi-view collaboration between AR headset users and traditional desktop environments. Fages teaches courses ranging from Human-Computer Interaction to Object-Oriented Programming, covering both undergraduate and graduate levels. His technical expertise includes motion capture, 3D scanning, and tangible user interfaces for immersive applications.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Mixed Reality
• Collaborative Systems
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Sorelle Audrey Kamkuimo is an Associate Professor at the School of Digital Arts, Animation and Design (NAD-UQAC), University of Quebec at Chicoutimi, based in Sherbrooke. She serves as an Associate Research Member specializing in immersive technologies for educational innovation and societal impact through digital design. Her academic credentials include: Postdoctoral studies in Computer Science, Computer Engineering and Software Engineering, Polytechnique Montréal (2021-2022) Ph.D. in Computer Science, Virtual Reality and Serious Games, University of Quebec at Chicoutimi (2021) M.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, University of Yaoundé 1 (2015) Bachelor's in Computer Science, University of Yaoundé 1 (2012) Diploma of secondary education teacher, Computer Science, École Normale Supérieure du Cameroun (2012) Professor Kamkuimo pioneers research in immersive, playful systems for human learning with core expertise in serious games and virtual/augmented/mixed reality. Her work integrates user experience and situational awareness studies within mobile and cyber-physical contexts, addressing societal challenges across arts/media diversity, Industry 4.0 workforce dynamics, and educational empowerment frameworks. This interdisciplinary approach bridges technical innovation with cultural and pedagogical applications. Her scientific excellence is evidenced by: University Pedagogy Fund, UQAC (2024) Finalist, Governor General of Canada Medal (2019) Honor Roll recognition, UQAC (2018, 2019) Falling Walls Lab Prize, New York innovation competition (2017) She currently leads the "Design and evaluation of an immersive serious game for cognitive bias identification in AI societal impacts" project and develops playful intelligent systems for learning. Supported by the 2024 University Pedagogy Fund, her work involves cross-disciplinary collaboration though specific advisees aren't documented. She teaches Object-Oriented Programming (8PRO128) and Digital Industry Production Management (8IFG147). Professor Kamkuimo's research is anchored at the Praxis Laboratory, driving innovation in immersive interactive systems development and application.

• Serious games
• Virtual reality
• Augmented reality
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Dr. Carole Cometti is a Research Fellow at the University of Burgundy , affiliated with the School of Sports Science . As Co-Director of the Center of Expertise in Performance (CEP) , she specializes in neuromuscular adaptation to training, sports biomechanics, and physical preparation for elite athletes. Doctorate in Muscle Physiology Master 2 APAS (Adapted Physical Activity) BTS Dietetics University Diploma in Physical Preparation Her research focuses on neuromuscular adaptations , stretching protocols , and recovery methods in sports. Recent work explores complexity analysis in women's soccer, cognitive function in athletes , and muscle activation dynamics using electromyography. Key publication trends include: Biomechanics of soccer and cycling Postural stability interventions Electromyography in muscle adaptation Recovery techniques like contrast water immersion Mixed reality applications in sports training Dr. Cometti collaborates extensively with the Marey Centre and CEP platforms, contributing to applied research in elite athlete performance and technology transfer projects.

• Neuromuscular Adaptation to Training
• Anatomy
• Sports Performance
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Inès Di Loreto is an Associate Professor in Computer Science at the University of Technology of Troyes (UTT), holding an HDR (Habilitation à diriger des recherches) from Paul Sabatier University (2019). Previously, she worked at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) before joining UTT in 2013. She earned a Master's in Philosophy (Università degli Studi di Milano, 2002) and a PhD in Computer Science (Università degli Studi di Milano, 2010). Her research focuses on the role of the body and senses in technology-mediated learning, with specializations in disability inclusion, cultural heritage, and crisis management. Key research areas include Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), sustainable computing, and participatory design methodologies. She leads projects such as SmartArt , co-designing accessible museum experiences with visually impaired communities. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks (e.g., cultural computing, enaction) with practical applications in health, education, and heritage sectors. Inès is affiliated with the LIST3N laboratory and Tech-CICO team, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects. Her recent publications address sustainability in digital systems, crisis management training via mixed-reality games, and accessibility in cultural spaces. She actively contributes to conferences like IHM, ECSCW, and IEEE PervasiveHealth, emphasizing ethical and inclusive technology design.

• Human Computer Interaction
• Sustainable HCI
• Cultural Heritage
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Professor Eric Lecolinet is a faculty member at Télécom Paris, Institut Polytechnique de Paris, leading the DIVA (Design, Interaction, Visualization & Applications) research team within the LTCI laboratory. He is also President of the French-speaking Human-Machine Interaction Association ( AFIHM ). Education & Qualifications He earned his Habilitation à diriger des recherches (HDR) in 2018 from Université Paris-Saclay, specializing in Computer Science and Human-Computer Interaction, with a thesis entitled “Making Interaction Gestural: Expressivity and Memorability of Gestures” . Research Interests His research spans: Touch and tactile interfaces, including artificial skin and multi-modal feedback. Graphical and gestural user interfaces for mobile, wearable, and immersive systems. Virtual and augmented reality interaction techniques, with emphasis on safety and memory effects. Interactive visualization and novel display platforms, notably the Digiscope high-performance visualization network. Publications & Trends Over the past five years, Professor Lecolinet’s work has concentrated on: Understanding and designing haptic interfaces that leverage artificial skin (Skin-On) and pneumatic feedback for affective communication. Exploring security and ethical implications of perceptual manipulations in VR, including memory distortions and physical risks. Developing compact gesture vocabularies for small surfaces and confined spaces, combining marking menus, finger-count shortcuts, and multi-modal feedback. Scientific Awards & Honors No specific awards are listed in the provided material, but he is recognized through leadership roles: President of AFIHM, member of the LTCI laboratory council, and scientific head of Télécom Paris Fablab. Teaching & Advising He directs the Master Interaction, Graphics & Design (IGD) at IP Paris and co-directs the 3D & Interactive Systems engineering track (IGR). He teaches courses on: Human-Computer Interaction Interactive 2D/3D and mobile application development Programming paradigms (C/C++, Qt, Swing) Current PhD students include Yang Liu and Elise Bonnail . Labs & Teams He leads the DIVA group (≈25 researchers) and oversees the PIXLS and IRIS platforms within the Equipex+ Continuum and former Digiscope networks. He also manages the Télécom Paris Fablab , a digital fabrication laboratory serving both research and education.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Touch and Tactile Interfaces
• Gesture-Based Interaction
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Ignacio Avellino is a tenured Research Fellow at Sorbonne Université working in the Institut des Systèmes Intelligents et de Robotique (ISIR) as part of the RPI-Bio team. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction at the intersection of remote collaboration (CSCW) , healthcare , learning , and robotics . Specializing in Surgical Telementoring , he studies technology interaction in operating rooms, particularly with surgical robots for remote expert mentoring. PhD in Human-Computer Interaction (2017) from Université Paris Saclay Postdoctoral Researcher at Interactive Systems Research Center, UMBC Postdoctoral Researcher at ISIR His research interests include telepresence systems , augmented reality , human-robot interaction , and medical informatics . Recent work explores AR-based surgical mentoring , medical discharge letter analysis , and collaborative surgical video summarization . Scientific contributions have been supported by the ISI grant (IUIS, 2022) . He supervises multiple PhD students including Anastasyia Zakreuskaya , Amanda Koh , and Nour Karoui , covering topics like AR surgical planning and interactive operating room systems . Active in academic service, he serves on the ACM CHI 2025 Health Subcommittee and co-chaired IHM '24 .

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW)
• Healthcare Technology
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Prof. Marius Preda is a Lecturer at Telecom SudParis, specializing in multimedia technologies and standards. His work focuses on 3D graphics, point cloud compression, augmented and virtual reality, and MPEG standardization. He has contributed to numerous international conferences and publications, particularly in advancing compression techniques and interactive media systems. Key research areas include MPEG standards for 3D graphics, point cloud compression (notably G-PCC), and AR/VR applications in industrial and educational contexts. He has led projects like ATOFIS, an AR training system for manufacturing, and explored lightweight neural network libraries (FasterAI). His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations, emphasizing interoperability and efficiency. Preda has collaborated extensively on international standards through MPEG, contributing to the development of protocols for mixed reality, media convergence, and interactive systems. His research also addresses challenges in real-time processing, hardware optimization, and user-centric design across domains like robotics, energy systems, and cultural heritage preservation.

• 3D Graphics
• Point Cloud Compression
• Augmented Reality
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