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Adam Dubé is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University's Faculty of Education. He directs the Technology, Learning, & Cognition (TLC) Lab and holds a McGill Faculty of Education Distinguished Teacher award. His research focuses on how educational technologies like tablet computers and digital games enhance learning, particularly in mathematics and cognitive development. He has published extensively on educational app design, digital assistant impacts on children’s cognitive theories, and teacher adoption of educational technologies. Education: Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Toronto PhD in Psychology, University of Regina MA in Psychology, University of Regina Research Interests: Educational Technology & Teaching Innovation Cognitive Development Child-Tablet Interaction Mathematical Cognition Educational App Evaluation Awards: McGill Distinguished Teacher Award (2021) Fellow, American Educational Research Association Fellow, Society for Research in Child Development Grants & Funding: SSHRC Insight Development Grants (2021-2022, 2020-2021) MITACS Accelerate Grant (2020-2021) Labs/Teams: Lead researcher at the TLC Lab, collaborating with Ubisoft Montreal on educational game curriculum guides.

• Educational Technology
• Cognitive Development
• Child-Tablet Computer Interaction
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Rhonda McEwen is a Professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga, holding roles as Vice-Principal Academic and Dean, and Director of the Institute of Communication, Culture, Information and Technology (ICCIT). She also serves as President and Vice-Chancellor of Victoria University. Her academic journey includes degrees from the University of Toronto (PhD, Information), University of Colorado (MSc, Telecommunications), and City University London (MBA, Information Technology Management). Her research focuses on Human-Machine Communication, cognitive effects of technology, and tactile interfaces. Notable projects include studies on eye-gaze technology for children with communication disorders, VR's impact on learning, and trust dynamics in human-robot interactions. Her work has been featured on CBS's 60 Minutes and in journals like Information, Communication & Society and New Media and Society . McEwen leads initiatives such as the Schwartz Reisman Institute and has secured grants totaling over $1.5 million. She advises students like Yaxi Zhao and Ethan Rong. Her awards include the Canada Research Chair Tier 2 and a Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (via the Touch Technologies project). Her research explores technology’s societal implications, bridging communication studies, behavioral sciences, and applied technology. She emphasizes ethical AI, inclusive design, and technology’s role in education and healthcare.

• Human-Machine Communication
• Cognitive Effects of Media
• Tactile Interfaces
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Esteban J. Pino is an Associate Professor at Universidad de Concepcion, Chile, actively engaged in research at the intersection of biomedical engineering and healthcare technology. His work focuses on developing innovative medical devices and signal processing techniques for clinical applications. His research interests span biomedical signal processing , unobtrusive sensing , and medical device development , with particular emphasis on respiratory monitoring, cardiac diagnostics, and pediatric health interventions. Utilizing advanced computational models and machine learning, his work bridges engineering solutions with real-world medical challenges. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in portable diagnostic systems , neural signal interpretation , and digital health frameworks for chronic disease management and early childhood development. These contributions reflect a multidisciplinary approach combining engineering, neuroscience, and clinical medicine. Dr. Pino serves as an Associate Editor for Connected Health in Frontiers in Digital Health , contributing to the peer-review and editorial process in his domain. He collaborates extensively across international research networks, as evidenced by co-authorship with researchers from diverse institutions. Though no formal advisees are listed, his editorial role and publication record suggest active mentorship and leadership in the academic community. His work is centered on practical, deployable healthcare technologies, particularly in low-resource or home-based settings, aiming to improve diagnostic accessibility and patient outcomes.

• Biomedical Signal Processing
• Unobtrusive Sensing
• Medical Devices
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Eric Meyers is an Associate Professor at the School of Library, Archival and Information Studies (SLAIS), University of British Columbia. His work bridges information science and learning sciences, focusing on youth's interaction with digital information in educational and social contexts. He previously served as a K-12 teacher, school librarian, and technologist. Meyers leads research on collaborative information use, computational thinking, and design literacies in Maker Camps and library programs. His SSHRC-funded project 'Six Seasons of the Asiniskow Ithiniwak' develops tablet-based narratives to revitalize Indigenous cultural heritage for children. Research Projects: SSHRC Partnership Grant ($2.5M): Multi-touch app development for Indigenous cultural narratives Computational Thinking in Libraries Augmented Reality for Library Literacy Researcher Practitioner Partnerships for Ed Tech Innovation Research Interests: Meyers explores how youth engage with digital systems through collaborative search, social reading, YouTube analyses, and maker activities. His work emphasizes design literacies and computational thinking in informal learning spaces. Recent projects analyze biases in search engines, privacy in virtual environments, and the impact of educational technologies on marginalized groups. Grants & Partnerships: Principal Investigator on SSHRC-funded projects Collaborations with Indigenous communities in northern Manitoba Consultancies for libraries, schools, and tech organizations Advising: Mentors current students including Jane Jun, Vanessa Figueiredo, and Charlie Fokkens. Focuses on preparing scholars for interdisciplinary research in information and learning sciences.

• Information Science
• Learning Sciences
• Digital Literacies
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Dr. Adam Kenneth Dubé is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University's Faculty of Education . As Director of the Technology, Learning, & Cognition (TLC) Lab , he specializes in educational technology, cognitive development, and mathematical learning. His research explores tablet-based education, digital home numeracy practices, and children's interactions with smart assistants, funded by SSHRC and Fonds de Recherche du Québec. He has authored the book Understanding Tablets from Early Childhood to Adulthood: Encounters with Touch Technology and contributed to UN Digital Learning Guidelines. PhD in Psychology (University of Regina) MA in Psychology (University of Regina) Postdoctoral Research Fellow (University of Toronto) His work combines learning sciences and educational technology to address critical questions about digital learning efficacy. Articles highlight his focus on app store analysis, game-based pedagogy, and digital numeracy frameworks. Recent publications examine how user ratings influence app selection and how digital tools reshape mathematical cognition. Scientific Awards and Grants: SSHRC Insight Grant (2021) MITACS Accelerate (2020-2021) SSHRC Insight Grant (2020-2021) SSHRC Insight Development Grant (multiple 2019-2022) McGill Faculty of Education Distinguished Teacher Award AERA/SRCD Joint Fellow Research Trends show consistent exploration of educational technology's dual role in entertainment and learning, with recent work analyzing smart speakers' impact on children's understanding of artificial minds and AI communication.

• Educational Technology
• Cognitive Development
• Mathematics Education
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