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Chevaleyre Yann is a Professor of Computer Science at LAMSADE, Paris-Dauphine PSL University, where he has been working since 2017. Previously, he served as Professor of Computer Science at Paris-Nord University from 2009 to 2017 and as Director of the "data science" team at the LIPN laboratory. His academic journey includes a Lecturer position at LAMSADE, Paris-Dauphine University from 2002 to 2009, a Habilitation thesis at Paris-Dauphine University in 2009, and a Doctorate at Pierre and Marie Curie University under the supervision of Jean-Daniel Zucker from 1998 to 2001. Professor Chevaleyre's research spans multiple areas within artificial intelligence and computer science, with particular expertise in multi-agent systems, computational social choice, and machine learning. His work on preference modeling, voting theory, and resource allocation has significantly contributed to the field of computational social choice. More recently, his research has expanded into adversarial machine learning, robust classification, and generative models, reflecting the evolving landscape of AI research. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions across multiple domains, with recent work focusing on precision-recall optimization in generative models, the role of randomization in adversarial robustness, and novel approaches to graphical bilinear bandits. His research shows a clear trajectory from foundational work in multi-agent systems toward more contemporary challenges in machine learning security and evaluation. Professor Chevaleyre has maintained active collaborations with researchers across France and internationally, evidenced by his extensive co-authorship network. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in areas ranging from robotics to bioinformatics.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Multi-Agent Systems
• Computational Social Choice
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Professor Greg Maguire serves as Professor of Animation at Belfast School of Art, Ulster University. His work bridges academic research and industry practice in animation and visual effects. His research interests focus on facial animation, 3D animation techniques, and AI applications in animation . Key areas include deep learning for audio-driven facial animation, spectral mesh processing, and the intersection of animation with literary adaptation. His work demonstrates strong industry relevance through collaborations with major studios. Professor Maguire's recent publications reveal trends toward AI integration in animation pipelines , with significant focus on facial animation systems and neural network applications. His work spans academic research (peer-reviewed articles) and industry practice (game development, visual effects). Professor Maguire actively promotes industry-academia collaboration through initiatives like Northern Ireland's animation cluster 'Toody Threedy' and partnerships with Northern Ireland Screen, Skillset, and US-based companies. His work includes developing flexible learning programs for animation professionals. He has established significant industry connections through work with Lucasfilm Animation, Industrial Light & Magic, and Walt Disney Feature Animation, contributing to major productions including Avatar and Harry Potter films.

• Animation
• Facial Animation
• 3D Animation
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Paul McCormack is a Lecturer in Interaction Design at Ulster University's Belfast School of Art, where he serves as Course Director for the BDes Hons Interaction Design program. With three decades of professional graphic design experience, he brings real-world expertise to his academic role at the Belfast campus, located in room BA-03-013 at 2-24 York Street, Belfast. McCormack's research focuses on the intersection between digital and analogue worlds within interaction design. His current work explores the application of simple algorithms to create complex printed generative outputs, bridging computational processes with tangible design artifacts. His teaching philosophy emphasizes keeping students updated with the latest technologies while instilling best practices in research, concept development, and realization. His scholarly work examines how temporal factors affect users' memory of technology interactions, contributing to our understanding of usability assessment over time. This research connects his interests in both the technical aspects of interaction design and the cognitive dimensions of user experience. As Course Director, McCormack plays a key role in shaping the next generation of interaction designers, ensuring the curriculum remains relevant to industry needs while fostering creative and technical excellence among students through his extensive professional background.

• Interaction Design
• Graphic Design
• Digital/Analogue Interface
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Jenny Faucheu is a Full Professor at Mines Saint-Étienne specializing in Materials for Design and the Creative Industries. With 53 publications and over 35,000 reads on ResearchGate, she has established herself as a leading researcher at the intersection of materials science, tactile perception, and design. Her work bridges engineering principles with human sensory experience to inform better product design. Professor Faucheu's research focuses on understanding how humans perceive and emotionally respond to textures through touch. Her expertise spans tactile aesthetics, smart materials, polymer nanocomposites, and graphene-based materials. She investigates the relationship between physical surface properties and subjective emotional responses, particularly examining how textures elicit 'liking' versus 'beauty' judgments. Her recent work explores multimodal perception, studying how visual information influences tactile experience and how cognitive factors like working memory affect texture evaluation. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the psychophysical aspects of texture perception, with increasing attention to crossmodal interactions and individual differences in sensory processing. Her research has evolved from fundamental studies of friction-induced vibrations to more complex investigations of emotional responses and cognitive mechanisms underlying tactile aesthetics. The work demonstrates strong connections between materials engineering and human-centered design principles. Professor Faucheu's approach emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, combining expertise from mechanical engineering, psychology, and design to create a comprehensive understanding of material perception. Her educational work focuses on developing tools to teach design students about smart materials and their dynamic behaviors, reflecting her commitment to advancing design education through materials knowledge. Her research on VO2-polymer nanocomposites for thermochromic windows represents an important application area, with studies examining both technical performance and environmental impact through life cycle assessments. This work demonstrates her ability to connect fundamental materials research with practical, sustainable applications for energy-efficient building technologies.

• Tactile Perception
• Materials Design
• Smart Materials
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Georges Dumont is a Professor at École Normale Supérieure de Rennes, where he serves as Scientific Director of the Immersia virtual reality platform and Project Manager of Immerstar. He previously held leadership positions as Scientific Manager of the MEDIA and INTERACTION department at IRISA-UMR6074 (2010-2016) and Director of the Mechatronics Department at ENS Rennes (2012-2016). Professor Dumont's research spans biomechanics, virtual reality, motion capture technologies, and human-computer interaction. His work bridges theoretical developments with practical applications in ergonomics, sports science, and virtual training environments. He has developed significant expertise in motion analysis, force estimation, and biomechanical modeling, with applications ranging from workplace design to athletic performance optimization. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on applying virtual reality and motion capture technologies to solve real-world problems in ergonomics and sports biomechanics. His research demonstrates consistent productivity across multiple disciplines, with particular emphasis on developing computational methods for analyzing human movement and interactions with virtual environments. Professor Dumont's scientific contributions include: Development of methods for motion-based force and moment prediction Advancements in virtual reality applications for ergonomic assessment Biomechanical analysis of sports movements, particularly in diving Innovative approaches to muscle path modeling and biomechanical simulation His research program demonstrates strong continuity in applying computational methods to biomechanical problems, with recent work increasingly incorporating machine learning techniques. Professor Dumont maintains active collaborations across disciplines and institutions, contributing to the advancement of both theoretical understanding and practical applications in his fields of expertise. Professor Dumont leads the Immersia virtual reality platform, which provides state-of-the-art infrastructure for conducting research in human movement analysis and virtual environment interactions. His work with students and collaborators focuses on developing methods that translate biomechanical research into practical tools for workplace design, sports performance analysis, and rehabilitation engineering.

• Biomechanics
• Virtual Reality
• Motion Capture
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Fabrice Lamarche serves as an Associate Professor at Université de Rennes 1 within the ESIR School of Engineering, while maintaining dual affiliation with the MimeTIC research team at IRISA / INRIA Rennes. His academic career spans uninterrupted service since 2004, evolving from Assistant Professor roles at IFSIC (2003-2009) to current positions at ESIR. As co-founder of Golaem (2009), he bridges academic research with commercial application in crowd simulation technology. His institutional journey includes sequential membership in SIAMES (2004-2006), Bunraku (2007-2011), and MimeTIC (2011-present) research teams at INRIA. Lamarche earned his PhD in Computer Sciences from Université de Rennes 1 in 2003 with thesis work on virtual human autonomy. His educational foundation includes a Master of Computer Sciences specializing in Computer Graphics and AI (1999-2000), a Master of Engineering from INSA de Rennes (1997-2000), and a Technical degree from IUT de Limoges (1995-1997). His research program centers on virtual human behavior modeling with emphasis on decision-making systems, path planning under environmental constraints, and crowd simulation architectures. Key innovations include TopoPlan for human-scale navigation and frameworks integrating high-level task scheduling with low-level motion planning. This work addresses fundamental challenges in creating autonomous virtual characters capable of navigating complex 3D environments while exhibiting realistic behaviors, with applications spanning virtual reality, gaming, and simulation-based training systems. Publication analysis reveals consistent output from 2001-2014, evolving from foundational behavioral animation (2001-2004) to sophisticated crowd simulation systems (2013-2014). A notable trajectory shows increasing integration of cognitive modeling with motion planning, alongside exploration of Brain-Computer Interfaces for virtual navigation. Recent work demonstrates particular strength in semantic decomposition of urban environments and time-space constrained task scheduling. His scientific contributions have earned significant recognition: Rennes city medal (2009) for research excellence Second prize at Deutsch Telekom Awards (FMX 2008) for TopoPlan/MKM integration As an active researcher and educator, Lamarche advises students through Université de Rennes 1 while leveraging INRIA resources and Golaem industry partnerships. His publication record indicates sustained grant funding, particularly through INRIA channels, with collaborative projects extending to neuroscience applications via Brain-Computer Interface research. The MimeTIC team affiliation provides infrastructure for multimodal interaction research in complex virtual environments. Lamarche's laboratory work through MimeTIC focuses on developing practical implementations of virtual human autonomy systems. His research group maintains strong industry connections via Golaem, which commercializes crowd simulation technology. Current efforts emphasize semantic understanding of virtual urban spaces and robust path planning under dynamic constraints, building on foundational work in topological navigation and behavioral decision systems.

• Virtual Humans
• Crowd Simulation
• Motion Planning
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Dr. Henry Melki serves as a Lecturer in Animation and VFX at the Belfast School of Art, Ulster University, where he co-directs the undergraduate animation course. With extensive industry experience working with studios across Qatar, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, and Beirut on graphic design and 3D modeling projects for television and advertising, he brings practical expertise to his academic role. His office is located in Room BA-03-020 at 2-24 York Street, Belfast campus. Henry completed his PhD in 2019 with research developing models to enhance creative processes in generating believable characters for film and VFX. His academic journey progressed from lecturing at the University of Balamand to his current position at Ulster University, reflecting a deepening commitment to animation education and research. His research focuses on character design and development, 3D modeling techniques, photorealism, virtual production, and visual effects, with particular interest in how perception theory and aesthetic principles influence character believability. His work bridges technical innovation with creative practice, exploring how digital tools can enhance artistic expression while maintaining authenticity. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward applied research in virtual production pipelines, particularly for theater applications, and digital heritage projects. His work increasingly integrates high-performance computing, digital twins, and real-time rendering technologies with creative practice, demonstrating a commitment to interdisciplinary research that connects digital arts with environmental and cultural concerns. Best Poster Award (May 2018) Henry actively contributes to curriculum development in animation and supervises student projects. He participates in significant research initiatives including the AHRC-funded Green Transition Ecosystem: Future Island-Island project and leads the EPSRC-funded Development and Full Integration of VP Pipelines Adapted for Theatre Affordances. His grant portfolio demonstrates successful collaboration across arts, humanities, and technology disciplines. He maintains strong community connections through outreach initiatives like 3D Dojo, which teaches computer animation basics, and Toody Threedy, a local animation community group. His recent workshop on IAA Maritime Trail 3D Scanning demonstrates his commitment to sharing digital skills with broader audiences beyond the university setting.

• Design Theory
• Character Design
• 3D Modelling
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Laurent Signac is an Associate Professor in Automatic Control and Systems at ENSIP (École Nationale Supérieure d'Ingénieurs de Poitiers), part of the University of Poitiers. He maintains dual affiliations with the LIAS laboratory at both ENSIP in Poitiers and ISAE-ENSMA in Chasseneuil, contributing to the Automatic Control, Data Engineering, and Real Time research teams. His research spans automatic control, neural networks, and artificial intelligence with applications in industrial fault detection, robotics, and algorithmic problem-solving. Key contributions include neural network-based stator fault diagnosis in induction motors, fractional-order system identification, and explorations of algorithmic survival mechanisms. His work bridges theoretical control systems with practical engineering solutions across electrical engineering and computer science domains. Analysis of his publication timeline reveals consistent innovation in neural system identification (2001-2009), evolving toward interdisciplinary applications in cryptography (2013), light diffusion modeling (2014), and computational thinking education (2017). His research demonstrates sustained integration of control theory with neural computation across industrial, biological, and educational contexts. As a core member of LIAS laboratory's Automatic Control team, he participates in France's national research ecosystem focused on signal processing and real-time systems. The laboratory's dual-campus structure facilitates collaboration between ENSIP's engineering programs and ISAE-ENSMA's aerospace expertise, positioning his work at the intersection of academic research and industrial application.

• Automatic Control
• Systems Engineering
• Neural Networks
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