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Luis Perez CortesView profile

Assistant Professor

• Educational Technology
• Digital Literacies
• Game-Based Learning
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Dr. Luis E. Pérez Cortés is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Higher Education, Adult Learning, and Organizational Studies at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), where he has taught courses like Simulations and Gamification of Learning and User Experience Design for Accessibility since 2023. He previously worked as a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Pittsburgh (2021-2023) and earned his Ph.D. in Learning, Literacies, and Technologies from Arizona State University (2021). His research focuses on how digital and tabletop games shape literacy practices and worldviews, particularly for under-represented populations, across formal and informal contexts like classrooms, museums, and esports leagues. His teaching philosophy emphasizes student-centered approaches, feedback, and real-world technology integration, with over 12 years of experience in Puerto Rico, Ohio, Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Texas. He has secured or co-led multiple grants, including a CRTLE Teaching Innovation Research Grant at UTA (2024) and proposals under review with the National Science Foundation (NSF) and NIH . His work intersects educational technology , design thinking , and environmental education , often leveraging augmented reality and game modding to enhance learning. Notable collaborations include co-authoring with James Paul Gee, Tim Kessner, and Brian Nelson, with publications in journals like Games and Culture and Simulation and Gaming . He actively reviews for the SPENCER Foundation and National Science Foundation (NSF) and serves on committees at UTA, including faculty affairs and scholarship review. His recent presentations at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) and Connected Learning Summit highlight his work on civic empathy, climate change education, and AI-driven feedback systems.

Alexander PeninView profile

Professor

• Quantum Field Theory
• Particle Physics
• High-Energy Physics
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Professor Alexander Penin is a faculty member in the Department of Physics at the University of Alberta, associated with the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on perturbative quantum field theory, with applications to particle and condensed matter physics. He is affiliated with institutions such as the Perimeter Institute, ETH Zürich, and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). Penin teaches advanced courses including Quantum Mechanics B and Mathematical Methods for Physics II. Research Interests: Quantum field theory at high energies and thresholds Higgs boson production mechanisms QCD and electroweak precision calculations Heavy quarkonium dynamics (bottomonium, toponium) Top quark physics and threshold effects Condensed matter phenomena (Josephson junctions, quantum Hall effect) Lattice NRQCD and nonrelativistic QCD Key Research Trends: Recent work emphasizes resummation techniques for collider phenomenology, light quark effects in Higgs production, and emergent gravity in oscillating field backgrounds. His studies bridge particle and condensed matter physics, with applications to tabletop experiments and precision measurements. Awards & Grants: Mercator Professorship (2011-2014, DFG) Alberta Ingenuity Award (2008) KSETA Invited Professorship (2015-2016, KIT) NSERC Discovery Grant Advising & Collaborations: Supervised PhD/MSc students (e.g., Ahmed Rayyan, Logan Gates) and postdocs (Jan Piclum, Dirk Seidel). Active in international collaborations on Higgs physics, top quark mass determinations, and quantum vacuum polarization effects. Labs & Teams: Leads theoretical particle physics research group at the University of Alberta, collaborating with institutions like CERN, DESY, and the Perimeter Institute. Group focuses on both analytical calculations and phenomenological studies for collider experiments.

Lennart NackeView profile

Professor

• Game Design
• User Experience (UX) Research
• Virtual Reality (VR)
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Lennart Nacke is a Professor at the Stratford School, University of Waterloo, specializing in game design and user experience research. His work bridges virtual reality, gamification, and AI integration in interactive systems. Research focuses on player experience, ethical design, and biofeedback mechanics Active in HCI literature methodology and CHI conference frameworks Explores privacy implications of immersive technologies Recent publications examine VR embodiment, NFT communities, and AI-assisted academic writing. His projects include adaptive board games and physical-cognitive rehabilitation systems. Nacke contributes to the Games Institute's research at EC1 1309 and DMS 3012 labs.

Arne SchmitzView profile

Researcher

• Radio Wave Propagation
• Computer Graphics
• Wireless Network Simulation
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Dr. Arne Schmitz is a researcher at the Department of Computer Science, RWTH Aachen University, specializing in computational methods for wireless communications and computer graphics. His work bridges radio wave propagation physics with advanced visualization techniques, focusing on practical applications for mobile network planning and mobile device interfaces. His primary research domains include: Radio wave propagation modeling in urban environments GPU-accelerated beam/ray tracing algorithms Antenna pattern compression using spherical harmonics Real-time 3D visualization for resource-constrained mobile devices Ad-hoc multi-display systems for collaborative mobile applications Analysis of his publication timeline reveals an evolution from foundational radio propagation models (2006) toward increasingly sophisticated urban simulation frameworks (2011-2012), with consistent emphasis on computational efficiency. His most impactful contributions integrate computer graphics rendering techniques with telecommunications engineering, particularly in adapting beam tracing for radio wave simulation and developing novel mobile visualization paradigms that overcome hardware limitations through client-server architectures. Dr. Schmitz maintains a strong collaborative relationship with Professor Leif Kobbelt and colleagues at RWTH Aachen, with co-authorship appearing in 9 of his 10 documented publications. His research demonstrates consistent funding support through participation in IEEE and ACM conferences, though specific grant details are not disclosed in the available materials.

Stephen DiRadoView profile

Professor

• Photography
• Documentary Film
• Community Portraiture
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Stephen DiRado is a Professor in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts at Clark University, serving as Gallery Director. He holds a B.F.A. from Massachusetts College of Art (1981). His work focuses on photography and documentary filmmaking exploring human connections, community dynamics, and existential themes. Research & Creative Work: DiRado’s practice includes long-term photographic series (e.g., Bell Pond , Mall Series , With Dad ) and films like Summer Spent and JUMP . His work interrogates themes of memory, identity, and social interaction through intimate portraits and observational narratives. Recent projects include celestial imagery and a four-decade retrospective at the Fitchburg Art Museum (2025). Key Achievements: John Simon Guggenheim Fellowship (2020) NEFA/NEA Fellowship Multiple film festival awards including Houston International Film Festival Gold Remi Published internationally in New Yorker , Business Insider , and Vice Magazine Affiliations & Collaborations: Collaborations include filmmaker Soren Sorensen ( With Dad documentary) and exhibitions at major institutions like the MFA Boston/Houston. He teaches photography at Clark University and advises on interdisciplinary projects like the 2025 Fitchburg Art Museum exhibition curated with Rob Carr’s students.

Ann-Marie HorcherView profile

Associate Professor

• Cybersecurity Trends and Technologies
• Mobile Security
• Usable Security and Privacy
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Dr. Ann-Marie Horcher is an Associate Professor and Cybersecurity Program Lead at Northwood University. She holds a BS in Technical Writing & Engineering, MS in Information Science, and Ph.D. in Information Systems Security from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana and Nova Southeastern University, respectively. Her research focuses on Cybersecurity Trends and Technologies, Mobile Security, Usable Security and Privacy, Internet of Things (IoT), and Conversational User Interfaces (CUI). She has over 28 years of industry experience in Information Systems Security at Dow Corning (now Dow Chemical) and 10 years in Web Application Security consulting with MIAG Consulting. Her recent work explores innovative methods like tabletop games to enhance security education and examines the mid-pandemic effects on mobile learning motivation. She actively contributes to cybersecurity program development and academic-industry collaboration.

Kaisa PihlainenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Lifelong learning
• Special education
• Inclusive education
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Kaisa Pihlainen is an Assistant Professor at the University of Eastern Finland's School of Educational Sciences and Psychology, Department of Special Education. She specializes in lifelong learning, inclusive education, and participatory research methods. Her work focuses on digital literacy for older adults, peer interactions among children with autism spectrum disorder, and student teacher well-being. She has held visiting scholar positions at Queensland University of Technology (Australia), Karlstad University (Sweden), and Siegen University (Germany). Pihlainen holds a PhD in Special Education (2016) and a title of Docent in Lifelong Learning from the University of Lapland. She leads projects such as PEICAS (Peer Interactions in Inclusive Classrooms) funded by the Finnish Research Council. Her research employs mixed methods, including visual and participatory approaches, emphasizing real-world applications in education and technology. Key contributions include studies on ICT adoption by older adults, narrative research in teacher training, and multimodal data collection in special education. She actively collaborates internationally, publishing in journals like International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, and co-edits books on autism across life stages and digital inclusion. Pihlainen teaches and supervises master's and doctoral students while advocating for inclusive educational practices through innovative technology integration.

• Computer Graphics
• Computer Vision
• Virtual Reality
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Prof. Dr. Fabian DI FIORE is a Lecturer and Research Coordinator at the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Sciences, Hasselt University. He is affiliated with the Expertise Center for Digital Media (EDM) and leads research in Computer Graphics, Virtual Reality, and Extended Reality (XR). His roles include coordinating research projects and teaching courses such as Operating Systems, Computer Animation & Simulation, and Computer Graphics & Visual Computing. His research focuses on modeling and simulation, computer vision, and digital media applications. Notable projects include XR innovations for manufacturing, digital support for industrial processes, and collaborative virtual environments for education. He coordinates 16 active research projects, emphasizing XR infrastructure and applied technologies in industry and healthcare. Prof. DI FIORE supervises PhD candidates in Extended Reality applications, such as Psychomotor Task Assistance and Training using XR. He is involved in education initiatives like the International interdisciplinary project and the International School program. His work bridges academic research and practical applications, with a focus on innovation in digital media and educational technology. His teaching responsibilities include coordinating courses on operating systems, computer animation, and project management. He is a co-owner of key training components such as Computer Architecture and International interdisciplinary projects, reflecting his dual role in education and research leadership.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Gesture Recognition
• Child-Computer Interaction
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Lisa Anthony is a Professor affiliated with the University of Florida, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) with a strong focus on gesture recognition, touchscreen interfaces, and child-computer interaction. Her research emphasizes the design of user-centered technologies for diverse populations, including children, older adults, and individuals with disabilities. Key contributions include studies on children's touchscreen interaction patterns, multimodal authentication systems, and mHealth applications for behavior change. Her work spans over two decades, with publications in top-tier venues such as CHI, ICMI, and IEEE Transactions. Notable projects include the MTAGIC initiative exploring child motion characteristics, the design of MyTrack+ for weight management, and studies on spherical interfaces. She collaborates extensively with researchers in computer science, education, and healthcare to address real-world challenges in technology accessibility and usability. Lisa's research has implications for improving educational tools, healthcare apps, and collaborative learning environments. While no grants or awards are explicitly listed, her prolific publication record underscores her sustained contributions to HCI and related fields.

Hisham AliView profile

Assistant Professor

• Hypersonics
• Magnetohydrodynamics
• Plasma Physics
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Hisham Ali is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder), affiliated with the Aerospace Mechanics Research Center (AMREC). He holds a PhD and MS in Aerospace Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology (2019 and 2015) and a BS from the University of Alabama (2013). His research focuses on hypersonics, magnetohydrodynamics (MHD), plasma physics, planetary entry systems, and aerocapture technologies for space exploration. Education: PhD, Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Tech, 2019 MS, Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Tech, 2015 BS, Aerospace Engineering, University of Alabama, 2013 Ali’s research explores MHD drag modulation for planetary entry missions (e.g., Neptune aerocapture), plasma wind tunnel development, and energy harvesting during atmospheric entry. His work aims to reduce mission costs, enhance spacecraft efficiency, and enable human exploration of outer planets. Key projects include tabletop-scale plasma tunnel facilities and RF/MW instrumentation suites for hypersonic flow studies. He has received prestigious awards such as the NASA Space Technology Research Fellowship (2013) and the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship (2012). His contributions span academic and industrial roles, including postdoctoral research at Georgia Tech and a position at The Aerospace Corporation. Ali advises graduate students in CU Boulder’s Aerospace Engineering program and collaborates on grants focused on hypersonic aerodynamics and MHD systems. His laboratory (AER0 369) integrates experimental and computational approaches to advance space exploration technologies.

Majken Kirkegård RasmussenView profile

Associate Professor

• Interaction Design
• Physical Computing
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Majken Kirkegård Rasmussen is an Associate Professor at Aarhus University in the Department of Digital Design and Information Studies, School of Communication and Culture. Her research and teaching focus on innovative human-computer interaction techniques, particularly in physical and kinesthetic design. Her research interests include Interaction Design, Physical Computing, Human-Computer Interaction, Robotics, and Shape-Changing Interfaces. She explores how users interact with dynamic and tactile technologies, emphasizing embodied and sensory experiences in design. Her recent publications show a strong trend in designing interactive systems that merge physical form with digital functionality, especially in robotics and adaptive interfaces. These works frequently appear in premier venues like CHI and DIS, highlighting contributions to haptic feedback, social robotics, and design methods. She has received several scientific awards, including: Gitte Lindgaard Award (2017) Honorable Mention Award (2014) Honourable mention award (2022) She is actively involved in research funding and supervision. Currently, she leads or co-leads two major research projects—ACUTE and DARE—funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark, focusing on domestic and assistive robotics. She also teaches the course 'IT Produktdesignprojekt' and has collaborated with researchers across Europe, including at Eindhoven University of Technology. She is affiliated with active research teams working on social robotics, assistive technologies, and interactive design, contributing to both academic and practical advancements in the field.

Boris MüllerView profile

Professor

• Data Visualisation
• Interaction Design
• Generative Design
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Boris Müller is Professor for Interaction Design at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam, where he has been employed since May 2004. He currently serves as Vice Dean and head of the Interface Design graduate programme. Müller is also co-director of the Urban Complexity Lab, a research group focusing on data visualisation and information design, which he established together with Prof. Dr. Marian Dörk. Born in 1972 in Berlin, Müller studied design at the University of the Arts Bremen before pursuing a Master of Arts in Computer Related Design at the Royal College of Art in London. His professional career has spanned multiple prestigious institutions including MetaDesign San Francisco, the Institute for Media Communication of the Fraunhofer Gesellschaft, and the Interaction Design Institute Ivrea in Italy, where he worked as a researcher and visiting professor. Müller's research focuses on the intersection of design, data, and technology, with particular emphasis on Data Visualisation , Interaction Design , and Generative Design . His work explores how visual representations can make complex information accessible and engaging, while also investigating the philosophical and cultural implications of digital interfaces. He has published extensively on these topics, with a particular interest in how design can facilitate understanding of scientific data, especially related to climate change and urban environments. Over the past decade, Müller's publications have evolved to address increasingly complex challenges at the intersection of design, data science, and societal issues. His recent work shows a growing emphasis on speculative design approaches, critical examinations of AI in creative practice, and innovative methods for visualizing climate data. Müller has also been increasingly focused on the pedagogical aspects of design education, exploring how to prepare the next generation of designers for a rapidly changing technological landscape. Scientific Awards Special Distinction at the Lucky Strike Junior Designer Award (2000) 1st prize in the student category of the EuroPrix (2001) Excellence Award of the 4th ACA Media Arts Festival in Tokyo (2000) Honourable Mention of the rhizome.org Net Art Commission (2002) Certificate of Typographic Excellence from the Type Directors Club New York (2003) 100 best posters (100 Beste Plakate) (2003) iF design award (2005) Information is Beautiful Silver Award (2013) German Infographics Award, category Science (2014) Müller has supervised numerous students through the Interface Design graduate programme at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam, though specific names of advisees are not publicly listed. His work at the Urban Complexity Lab has attracted various research grants focused on data visualization and urban futures. Müller frequently collaborates with international institutions, as evidenced by his lectures at venues including Kyushu University in Japan and Aalto University in Finland. As co-director of the Urban Complexity Lab, Müller leads a research group dedicated to exploring how data visualization can help understand complex urban systems. The lab's work combines design practice with scientific research, creating innovative approaches to representing urban data. Müller's team has developed several notable projects, including the SENSES project which translates complex scientific climate scenario information into relevant knowledge for different user groups.

• Atomic, Molecular, Nuclear, Particle and Plasma Physics
• Optical Physics
• Astronomical and Space Sciences
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Professor Roland Smith is a Professor of Laser Physics at the Department of Physics, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Imperial College London. He leads research in high-power laser systems, plasma physics, and experimental astrophysics, with affiliations to the Plasma Physics Group, The Light Community, and the Blackett Laboratory Laser Consortium. His work focuses on ultra-short laser pulses, inertial fusion energy, and extreme matter states. Research interests include high-power laser development, laser-matter interactions, laboratory astrophysics (e.g., simulating supernova remnants and stellar jets), and X-ray source creation. He is the Principal Investigator for the UK's Inertial Fusion Energy Network and oversees the Cerberus laser system, the UK's largest university-based laser. Projects involve tabletop electron acceleration, magnetic tower jets, and proton beam probes. Affiliations include Frontiers of Ultrafast Measurement, Physics Permanent Researchers, and The Space, Plasma and Climate Community. He has secured grants such as EP/C512073/1, EP/E028063/1, and others. His lab collaborations include the MAGPIE Z-Pinch facility and Royal Society-funded extreme conditions studies.

David DeMilleView profile

Research Professor

• Atomic Physics
• Molecular Physics
• Particle Physics
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David DeMille is a Research Professor at the University of Chicago's Department of Physics, affiliated with the Enrico Fermi Institute, James Franck Institute, and Kadanoff Center. His research focuses on using diatomic molecules as quantum sensors to probe fundamental symmetries in particle and nuclear physics. Key projects include the ACME collaboration (electron EDM search), CeNTREX (nuclear Schiff moment measurements), and ZOMBIES (nuclear anapole moment studies). He develops ultracold polar molecules for precision measurements and quantum technologies. Research interests span molecular cooling techniques, symmetry-violating interactions, and tabletop experiments probing TeV-scale physics. His group has advanced laser cooling of SrF and TlF molecules to microkelvin temperatures, enabling high-precision EDM searches. Recent work includes improving trapping efficiencies, electrostatic focusing, and cryogenic beam sources. Funding supports projects like the ACME III EDM search, CeNTREX, and quantum simulations with Yb tweezer arrays. Collaborations include FRIB and international teams. Students and postdocs contribute to molecule assembly experiments and detector development. The group's labs feature state-of-the-art optical and cryogenic setups for precision measurements.

Anne GutschmidtView profile

Researcher

• Participatory Business Modeling
• Empirical Research Methods
• Technology Acceptance
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Dr.-Ing. Anne Gutschmidt is a researcher at the University of Rostock's Department of Computer Science, actively engaged in participatory business modeling and technology acceptance. She combines expertise in behavioral data analysis with empirical research methodologies. Current roles: Research Assistant at Chair of Business Informatics Administrative roles: Program Manager (Bachelor of Business Informatics), Internship Manager Key projects: Coordinator of Center for Artificial Intelligence in MV (2020-2022) Collaborations: Chair of Business Informatics, Chair of Software Engineering Her research focuses on participatory enterprise modeling , emphasizing human-computer interaction and tool support for collaborative modeling environments. She investigates psychological ownership dynamics in modeling sessions and explores media comparisons (multi-touch tables vs traditional methods). Major funding sources include the European Fund for Regional Development and the Ministry of Economic Affairs of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern . Her methodological expertise spans controlled experiments, behavioral observation, and digital tool evaluation.