Creative Coding Professors and Supervisors in Australia

Chris ChalmersView profile

Professor

Queensland University of TechnologyAustralia

Chris Chalmers is a Professor at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in the School of Education. His research focuses on integrating robotics and computational thinking into K-12 education, particularly in STEM fields. He has extensively studied the use of humanoid robots to enhance learning outcomes for diverse student populations, including children on the autism spectrum and those learning endangered languages. His work emphasizes teacher training, curriculum development, and leveraging technology to promote creativity and problem-solving skills. Key affiliations: School of Education at QUT Research Interests: Robotics in education, computational thinking, special education, and interdisciplinary STEM approaches Chalmers has collaborated on projects involving Aboriginal language revitalization through robotics and has published widely on technology integration in schools. His contributions span over 40 peer-reviewed works, addressing topics from educational policies to innovative pedagogical strategies.

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Rudolf MessnerView profile

Research Fellow

Queensland University of TechnologyAustralia

Dr Rudolf Messner is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Management within the Faculty of Business & Law at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). His research focuses on food systems, food security, and sustainable agriculture, with a particular emphasis on systemic challenges in supply chains, food waste reduction, and climate adaptation. He holds a PhD from QUT and is affiliated with the Centre for Agriculture and the Bioeconomy. Dr Messner’s work addresses critical issues such as food system shocks, producer agency in climate resilience, and the socio-economic dimensions of food insecurity. He has contributed to high-impact projects including the 'Addressing Food Waste and Loss' initiative and the 'Food System Shocks' research program. His findings have been published in journals like Agriculture and Human Values and Journal of Rural Studies . He currently serves as an Associate Supervisor for PhD candidates and actively engages with policy through submissions to government reviews on food industry regulations and sustainability. His professional memberships include the National Environmental Law Association and the International Rural Sociology Association.

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Lan DingView profile

Associate Professor

University of New South WalesAustralia

Lan Ding is an Associate Professor at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Faculty of Built Environment. She holds roles including Convenor of the High Performance Architecture (HPA) Research Cluster and former UNSW Node Leader of the CRC for Low Carbon Living. Her expertise spans sustainable building design, urban heat mitigation, smart cities, and AI-driven decision-making frameworks. Education: PhD from the University of Sydney's Faculty of Architecture, Design and Planning; MArch and BArch degrees. Professional affiliations include STANDARDS Australia Committee (IT-268 Sustainable Cities) and Honorary Associate at the University of Sydney. Research focuses on energy efficiency, urban informatics, and climate adaptation. Notable projects include the National Heat Vulnerability Observatory, Cool Sydney 2050 strategy, and development of the UHI-DS decision-support tool. She has secured over $10M in grants, leading projects like Net-Zero Energy Buildings and Smart Community Pilots. Grants : Over 20 funded projects including government-industry collaborations on urban heat, building energy systems, and embodied carbon reduction. Awards : ADA Award (2024), Port Phillip Excellence (2022), and multiple CSIRO recognitions. Teaching : Courses in BIM, Computational Sustainability, and Urban Modelling. Lab Teams : Leads HPA Cluster and collaborates with industry partners like CSIRO, City of Sydney, and Swinburne University.

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Kalin StefanovView profile

Research Fellow

Monash UniversityAustralia

Kalin Stefanov is an ARC DECRA Fellow and Research Fellow in the Department of Human Centred Computing at Monash University. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and an MSc in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Amsterdam. His research focuses on Affective Computing, exploring systems that recognize and simulate human affects, with applications in social robotics, neurodiverse communication, and multimodal interaction. He has led projects on sign language translation and large-scale deepfake detection datasets. Key collaborations include work at the University of Southern California’s Institute for Creative Technologies and National Institute of Informatics. He has received accolades such as the Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (2023) and Best Paper Awards (2019, 2024). His research also contributes to UN SDG 4 (Quality Education) through accessible technologies for neurodiverse groups and visually impaired learners. Projects include the 'Active Generation of fingerspelling in Australian Sign Language' and 'Research Towards automated Australian Sign Language translation,' funded by the Australian Research Council. Stefanov’s work spans AI ethics, multimodal data platforms (e.g., OpenSense), and systems for social signal processing in human-robot interaction.

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Karen MurciaView profile

Professor

Curtin UniversityAustralia

Professor Karen Murcia is a leading academic at Curtin University’s School of Education, focusing on STEM education, digital technologies in early childhood, and computational thinking. Her research bridges learning theory, technology-enhanced environments, and professional development for educators. Research Focus: STEM education, creative coding, multimodal representations, and digital technology integration in early childhood. Awards: Recognized with the 2006 Early Career Researcher Award by the Western Australian Institute for Educational Research (WAIER). Her work emphasizes design-based research, collaborative projects with governments and industry, and leadership in teacher training. Recent publications explore creativity in online learning, embodied cognition in digital exhibits, and ethical considerations in early childhood research. Scientific Awards: 2006 Early Career Researcher Award (WAIER) Professional Involvement: Supervises PhD and MPhil candidates, serves on the Scitech Board, chairs Child Australia, and collaborates internationally on digital childhood initiatives.

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Eldin MilakView profile

Lecturer

Curtin UniversityAustralia

Eldin Milak is a Lecturer at Curtin University's School of Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry, and serves as Korean Studies Major Coordinator. He is affiliated with the Korea Research and Engagement Centre. His PhD in Linguistics from Sungkyunkwan University (Seoul) was complemented by roles as a BK21 Lead Researcher and Fulbright Visiting Scholar at Montclair State University. Research focuses on South Korean sociolinguistic dynamics, including script practices, nationalism, and semiotic landscapes. Key areas include linguistic policy, translingual identities, and material culture analysis. Recent work examines masks as semiotic devices in urban spaces and gendered naming practices. Recipient of Korea Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship (2023-2024) Global Korea Scholar (2018-2023) Sungkyunkwan University Innovative Research Award (2021, 2022) Publications span topics from AI ethics in linguistics to translingual youth cultures. Advised students include those exploring postmodern poetry and Balkan media discourses. Active in interdisciplinary research teams at both Curtin and Sungkyunkwan University.

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Meghann ONeillView profile

Part-Time Lecturer

Macquarie UniversityAustralia

Meghann ONeill is a Part-Time Lecturer at the School of Computing , Macquarie University . Her research intersects game design , music education , and creative technology , focusing on activity-centred learning frameworks. In 2025, she co-authored a conference proceeding titled Making games to learn music: an intersection of Twine, activity-centred learning and creative people , exploring the use of the Twine tool in educational gaming contexts. This work aligns with her interests in interactive media , pedagogical innovation , and digital creativity . Her research outputs demonstrate engagement with interdisciplinary methodologies at the crossroads of computing and human-centered design . No awards, grants, or student supervision details were found in the provided materials.

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Sarah McGannView profile

Professor

Deakin UniversityAustralia

Professor Sarah McGann is the Head of the School of Architecture and Built Environment at Deakin University's Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment. Her research focuses on the intersection of architecture, health services, and built environment design, particularly in aged care, dementia, and health promotion contexts. Education: Doctor of Philosophy in Communication and Cultural Studies from Curtin University Research Strengths: Aged care, disability, dementia, circular built environment, architecture, health promotion McGann's recent research explores socio-spatial factors in housing, residential care facilities, and workplace design. Her 2025 work on housing models integrates socio-cultural and spatial dimensions, while her 2024 study on aged care facilities compares traditional and small household models. Earlier publications examine hospice spaces (2013-2016), hospital design creativity (2017), and workplace circulation impacts on physical activity (2014-2016). Her 15 most recent outputs span architecture, public health, and design innovation. Current doctoral projects under her supervision include studies on: Building layout impacts on aged care workforce Heritage and community engagement in Geelong's landscape Socio-spatial relations in Iranian courtyard housing Spatial efficiencies in aged care facilities Green space quality and elderly health McGann's research grants include: 2025 ECR Support Scheme for 'Health-Promoting Design of Residential Aged Care Facilities' 2024 HOME SRIC SEED Funding for 'Identifying Opportunities and Barriers to Innovation in Residential Aged Care' NHMRC Ideas Grant (2020-2024) for 'An Inter-generational Learning and Living Campus'

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Stuart JamesView profile

Lecturer

Edith Cowan UniversityAustralia

Dr. Stuart James is a Lecturer in the Composition and Music Technology program at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts , part of Edith Cowan University . His career spans composition, sound design, performance, and music technology development, with a focus on integrating acoustic and electronic media. Education: PhD (2015) in Spatial Audio and Synthesis Master of Arts in Creative Arts (2006) Bachelor of Music with First Class Honours (2001) Certificate in Jazz (1995) Research Interests encompass Music Composition with a blend of acoustic and electronic instruments, Immersive Audio-Visual Systems , Wave Terrain and Spectral Synthesis , and Digital Signal Processing for performance. His work explores Electroacoustic Performance Practice and Networked Music Environments . Publication Trends reflect a focus on experimental composition , interactive notation (notably iPad-based systems like the Decibel ScorePlayer), and spatial audio techniques . Collaborative projects with ensembles such as Decibel and artists like Erin Coates and Louise Devenish highlight his interdisciplinary approach. Scientific Awards include the ASME Young Composers' Competition State Finals Winner , the Dorothy Ransom Composition Prize , and nominations for Australian Music Centre Awards . Professional Contributions include founding membership in the Decibel Ensemble , managing a commercial recording studio for artists like ShockOne, and developing networked music notation software . He has supervised PhD projects on topics like meditative sonic praxis and timbre analysis .

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Lucian Rodriguez LovellView profile

Lecturer

RMIT UniversityAustralia

Lucian Rodriguez Lovell is an Associate Lecturer (Industry Fellow) for the RMIT Game Design Program, Principal Designer at RMIT's Centre of Digital Ecosystems (CODE), and a PhD candidate in the School of Media and Communication. Based at RMIT's City Campus in Australia, his work focuses on critical creative practice intersecting mixed-reality technologies, game design, and cultural preservation. His research explores hybrid realities, sensor technologies, embodied interactions, generative AI, and digital cultures through practice-based methodologies. Key projects include leading a Games4Change initiative to reshape Aotearoa's plastics ecosystem, co-creating the art-game 'The Dark Forest' for ISEA 2024, and developing AR experiences preserving Vietnam's intangible cultural heritage exhibited at the Festival of Creativity and Design. Teaching interests center on critical game design practices, including courses on 2D/3D game development, Unreal Engine, photogrammetry, and AI integration in creative workflows.

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Bronwen WilliamsView profile

Lecturer

University of New South WalesAustralia

Bronwen Williams (she/her) is an education focussed lecturer at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in the School of Art & Design. She teaches across multiple undergraduate design courses including Design Collaboration Studio 1, Experience 1: Spaces and Senses, and Object 3: Objects and the World. Education: Master of Fine Arts (Research), UNSW, 2018 Bachelor of Fine Arts (First Class Honours), UNSW, 2015 Diploma of Building Design, TAFE NSW, 2022 Williams' research and practice spans installation art, sculpture, interactive media, experience design, and object design. Her experimental approach requires agility across multiple disciplines and skills including new technologies, with fabrication expertise in wood, metal, jewellery, ceramics, model-making, 3D modeling, creative coding, and digital fabrication. Her work draws on her Chinese-Australian heritage to examine contemporary cross-cultural identity. Her recent scholarly activity focuses on competency-based assessment in design education, experience design pedagogy, and creative practice methodologies. Williams has presented extensively on educational approaches that foster student empowerment, intrinsic motivation, and technical skill development through personalized learning environments. Scientific Awards: Awarded Fellowship (FHEA) by Advance HE (2025) Honourable Mention: Exemplary Teaching Practice Award (2022) Awarded Associate Fellowship (AFHEA) by Advance HE (2021) Williams serves as School Representative and Panel Member for Human Research Ethics Advisory Panel B: Arts, Design and Law (HREAP B:ADL), and has been involved in multiple educational grant projects including the EF Grant for research assistant (2025) and Course Design Institute Implementation Grant (2023). She has designed and led outreach programs including the In The Making Program and Future Creators Day. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes diversity, empathy, and student empowerment to develop intrinsically motivated, reflective, and technically skilled practitioners.

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