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• Film Studies
• Intermediality
• Sociality in Cinema
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Dr. Marion Froger , Professor in the Department of Art History, Cinema, and Audiovisual Media at the University of Montreal, is a leading scholar in film studies with a focus on intermediality, sociality, and collective imaginaries. Her research spans documentary practices, political cinema, and affect theory, interrogating how films mediate communal experiences and spectatorship. Member of CÉRIUM (Centre d'études et de recherches internationales) and CRIalt (Centre de recherches intermédiales sur les arts, les lettres et les techniques). Supervises PhD and MA students on topics ranging from transgressive femininity in Tunisian cinema to collaborative filmmaking in post-conflict zones. Her projects include Intermediality: History and Theory (2015-2021) and Du politique dans l'usage des archives (2024-2025), funded by CRSH and FRQSC. She has authored monographs including Le cinéma à l'épreuve de la communauté (2010), awarded the Prix du Canada en sciences sociales (2011). Froger's recent work explores breath as a cinematic motif in Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche's films and affective urban geographies.

Chris M. BelkoferView profile

Clinical Professor

• Art Therapy
• Clinical Neuroscience
• Trauma-Informed Interventions
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Chris M. Belkofer is a Clinical Professor and Director of Clinical Training at the Graduate Art Therapy Program within the School of Graduate Health & Professional Programs at Mount Mary University . He holds a Ph.D. from Lesley University (2012), a M.A. from the School of Art Institute of Chicago, and a B.A. from the University of Missouri. Research Interests: His work bridges art therapy and clinical neuroscience , focusing on the neurobiological effects of art-making, particularly in trauma recovery and self-regulation. He explores how creative practices influence brain activity (e.g., alpha waves) and integrates mindfulness into therapeutic interventions. Key publications include studies on quantitative EEG and drawing, as well as co-authored works on trauma, neuroscience, and ethical challenges in social media culture . Academic Contributions: He has presented internationally on topics like art and the brain , relational aesthetics , and expressive therapies at conferences in Croatia, Texas, New York, and beyond. His work emphasizes the intersection of creativity and neurology, advocating for evidence-based art therapy practices.

• Education
• Counseling
• School Counseling
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Suzy Thomas is a faculty member at the Kalmanovitz School of Education , Saint Mary's College of California. She has been actively involved in research and publications related to school counseling, action research, and legal/ethical issues in education since the early 2000s. Research Interests : Action research in school counseling, group counseling methodologies, legal/ethical frameworks for educators, Lasallian pedagogy, and creative self-care strategies for counselors. Publications : Focused on evidence-based practices in school counseling, reflective pedagogy, and integrating expressive arts into therapeutic settings. Awards : Recognized as one of California’s Top 20 Education Professors (2013), inducted into the H.B. McDaniel Hall of Fame (2013), and received the Faculty Service Award (2013). Her Lasallian Educator Symposium essay (2013) highlights her commitment to faith-based educational values. Service : Engaged in peer consultation groups, graduate student mentorship, and professional development initiatives for mid-career educators.

Kole Ade OdutolaView profile

Associate Professor

• Yoruba Language and Culture
• Media Studies
• Participatory Video
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Kole Ade Odutola serves as an Associate Instructional Professor of Yoruba Language and Literature at the University of Florida within the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. His academic foundation spans botany, media studies, and organizational communication across three continents. His educational trajectory demonstrates remarkable interdisciplinary breadth: B.Sc (Hons.) in Botany, University of Benin, Nigeria (1984) Masters in TV/Video for Development, University of Reading, UK (1998) Masters in Organizational Communication, Learning & Design, Ithaca College (2000) Ph.D. in Media Studies, Rutgers University (2010) Odutola's research synthesizes Yoruba cultural studies with cutting-edge media methodologies, focusing on participatory video as a tool for community empowerment and diaspora identity formation. His work critically examines how digital platforms reshape national consciousness among African communities globally, while maintaining deep engagement with environmental communication and poetic expression as vehicles for social change. His scholarly output reveals consistent thematic evolution from 1990s environmental advocacy toward contemporary digital diaspora studies. Early works established foundational frameworks for community-based media production in African contexts, while later publications explore cybernationalism and transnational identity construction through digital ethnography. The interdisciplinary nature of his research bridges literary analysis, communication theory, and cultural anthropology with practical applications in development settings. Professional engagements span global conferences from Ibadan to Brussels, reflecting his commitment to knowledge exchange across academic and community contexts. His media production portfolio demonstrates applied scholarship through environmental education materials and language learning resources, embodying his philosophy of research as a participatory social practice.

Jane Ferris RichardsonView profile

Professor

• Art Therapy
• Child Psychology
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Jane Ferris Richardson is a board-certified art therapist and Professor of Art Therapy at Lesley University's Graduate School of Education. Her work bridges art therapy, child psychology, and neurodivergent youth support, with a focus on therapeutic relationships, sensory integration, and global contexts for practice. EdD in Humanistic Education and Human Services, Boston University Master's in Art Therapy, Lesley University Master's in Early Childhood Education, Bank Street College Her research explores art therapy interventions for autistic children, the intersection of play and art therapy, and nature-based therapeutic frameworks. She has presented internationally in Europe, Asia, and Africa, and collaborated on art therapy initiatives in Cape Town, South Africa. Recent publications include works on sensory engagement, sandtray therapy, and cultural integration in art therapy practice. She has secured grants for artistic research, exhibition organization, and cross-cultural collaborations in therapeutic settings.

Hedvig HarmatiView profile

Professor

• Textile Design
• Structural Design
• Applied Design
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Hedvig Harmati is a university professor and research leader at the Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (MOME), where she has held pivotal roles since 2005. She served as Department Head of the Textile Department (2005-2019), led the MOME Doctoral School (2019-2024), and acted as a supervisor for both the Fashion and Textile Design MA and the Doctoral School. Her work bridges textile design and structural design , emphasizing technological integration and architectural parallels. Education: DLA degree (2009), Habilitation (2018) Leadership: Department Head (2005-2019), Doctoral School Leader (2019-2024) Key Projects: Clean Architecture (2016), Human Washer (2016), Plait Positions (2012) Her research focuses on textile design innovation, structural design principles, and the intersection of industrial technology with artistic expression. She has pioneered projects like the Clean Architecture collection (2016), which demonstrated architectural influences in textile design, and the Dark Light international research project (2015-2017). Harmati’s work has been recognized with prestigious awards including: Ferenczy Noémi Award (2017) Hungarian Design Awards (2002, 2016) Main Prize of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2012) Design 21 Award (UNESCO, 1997) Szombathely Textile Biennale Prize (1998) She has received multiple Creative Grants from Hungary’s National Cultural Fund (2008, 2016-2017) and the Moholy-Nagy László Design Grant (2001, 2004). As a supervisor in the MOME Doctoral School (2019-2024), she mentored future generations while leading the international research project Future Traditions (2022-2026).

Beat SuterView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Game Design
• Game Studies
• Digital Humanities
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Dr. Beat Suter is a Senior Lecturer for Game Design at the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK) , where he has co-developed educational programs and founded the GameLab ZHdK. He holds a Dr. Phil. from the University of Zurich and has previously taught at the Merz Academy Stuttgart (2006–2014). His interdisciplinary work bridges game design, digital humanities, and electronic literature, with a focus on narrative mechanics, game preservation, and Swiss game culture. Education: Dr. Phil. (2000) – University of Zurich Lic. Phil. I (1987) – University of Zurich PALC Certificate – University of California San Diego Studies in German Literature, Linguistics, and Art History – University of Zurich and University of California His research explores intersections between game studies , digital archiving , and interactive narration , with recent publications analyzing Swiss youth culture in games, historical game packaging, and archiving digital interactive media. He co-authored the Narrative Mechanics (2021) and Games and Rules (2018) anthologies, emphasizing rule-based design and storytelling frameworks. From 2023, his 15 most recent articles (2023–2025) trace trends in game history , Swiss game design , and digital preservation , often published via the Confoederatio Ludens blog. These works highlight his focus on documenting marginalized game practices and cultural contexts. As founder of the art group AND-OR and co-director of the GameZ & RuleZ conference, Suter actively shapes interdisciplinary dialogues. He reviews for national research funds in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland and has curated exhibitions like RuleZ for the Magic Circle and Forgotten Game Mechanics , blending academic rigor with creative practice.

Dániel Péter BiróView profile

Professor

• Music Composition
• Computational Ethnomusicology
• Jewish and Islamic Chant Traditions
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Dániel Péter Biró is a Professor of Composition at the Grieg Academy – Department of Music, University of Bergen, Norway. His academic and artistic trajectory spans institutions including Princeton University (PhD 2004), University of Victoria, Utrecht University, and Harvard University. Current research integrates music composition with philosophy (Spinoza), computational ethnomusicology, and Jewish/Islamic chant analysis Key projects: Sounding Philosophy (Norwegian Artistic Research Program 2021-2024), Computational Ethnomusicology (since 2007) His research interests focus on historicized composition, where melodic contours from oral traditions (Jewish Torah trope, Qur’an recitation) are algorithmically analyzed and transformed into contemporary works. This bridges medieval musical syntax with modern computational methods, exploring memory citation, negative space in historical dialogue, and philosophical concepts like Spinoza's Geist and intuition . Scientific awards include: Guggenheim Fellowship (2017) Ernst von Siemens Music Foundation grants (2010, 2012) Radcliffe Institute Fellowship (2014-2015) Internal Research Grants from University of Victoria and Princeton University His compositions are published by Edition Gravis, with recordings featured on Neos Music and German radio (Deutschlandfunk).

Shukla SikderView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Early Childhood Science Education
• STEM/STEAM Education
• Play-Based Pedagogy
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Shukla Sikder is a Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at Charles Sturt University's Faculty of Arts and Education. With nearly 14 years of multicultural teaching and research experience across Australia, Singapore, and Bangladesh, she specializes in early childhood science, technology, and play-based pedagogy. Her academic credentials include a BEd (Hons) and MEd from University of Dhaka, and a PhD in Early Childhood Science Education from Monash University. Dr. Sikder's research focuses on science learning through play and everyday practices across home and educational settings, digital technology as an innovative teaching method, children's learning and development (birth to eight years), and STEM/STEAM education. Her work employs cultural-historical theory to examine how children develop scientific concepts through family practices and play-based experiences. Current projects include the Children Draw Talking Project and research on culturally valued play-based practices for STEAM education. Analysis of her 49 research outputs (2015-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on cultural-historical perspectives in early childhood STEM education, with increasing output in recent years (17 publications in 2024 alone). Her work spans diverse formats including peer-reviewed articles, creative storybooks, conference presentations, and commissioned reports, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches that bridge theory, practice, and children's voices. Monash Education Research Community Publication Award (A$500) Monash University Postgraduate Research Travel Grant (A$3,000) Monash University Faculty Research Fund (A$1,000) Australian Endeavour Postgraduate Award (A$234,500) Little Scientists Program Evaluation Grant (A$82,771) Dr. Sikder actively supervises research students and collaborates internationally through the Children's Voices Centre and STEM Education Research Group. Her current projects include evaluating how digital visual observations establish inclusive practices in early childhood research and developing frameworks for enhancing inclusive STEAM pedagogy. She serves as a key researcher in the Machine Vision and Digital Health (MaViDH) Research Group, focusing on innovative approaches to document children's learning processes.

Nuno N. CorreiaView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Sound and Music Computing
• Multisensory User Experience
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Nuno N. Correia is an Associate Professor in Digital Transformation at Tallinn University , with over two decades of experience in media art and interaction design. He holds a PhD in Art and Design in New Media from Aalto University (Finland) and is a visiting lecturer at Aalto University and an associated researcher at the Interactive Technologies Institute (U. Lisbon, Portugal) . Previously, he worked at design consultancy Fjord (now Accenture Song). Education: PhD in Art and Design in New Media, Aalto University His research spans human-computer interaction , sound and music computing , and multisensory user experience . Recent projects focus on ethical AI in music, interactive dance technologies, and VR environments for performance arts. His work bridges machine learning, embodiment, and audiovisual systems. Key trends in his publications include: AVUI (Audio-Visual User Interfaces) design Biosignal integration in dance Screen scores and performance ecologies Browser-based interactive installations Scientific contributions include a Marie Curie fellowship and Creative Europe projects . He has published extensively in top conferences like CHI, DIS, TEI, NIME, and ISEA.

Matt CoxView profile

Associate Professor

• Queer Rhetorics
• LGBT Rhetorics
• Cultural Rhetorics
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Matt Cox is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at East Carolina University (ECU), specializing in Cultural Rhetorics, Queer Rhetorics, and Technical/Professional Communication. He joined ECU in 2012 and has extensive experience in publishing, technical writing, and freelance editing. His research focuses on LGBTQ+ identities in professional and academic contexts, intersectionality, and workplace discourses. He has held leadership roles, including Director of Graduate Studies (2020–2024). Education : B.A. English, Indiana University, Bloomington M.S. Technical and Professional Writing, Utah State University Ph.D. Rhetoric & Writing, Michigan State University Research Interests : Cox explores queer identity narratives, anti-DEI sentiments in academia, and the intersection of cultural rhetorics with professionalization. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing how marginalized identities navigate workplace and academic environments. He actively contributes to professional organizations like the Queer Caucus of the Conference on College Composition and Communication (4C) and the Association of Teachers of Technical Writing (ATTW). Advancing Knowledge : His publications span queer health rhetoric, technical communication ethics, and cross-cultural rhetorical methodologies. He co-edits Present Tense: A Journal of Rhetoric in Society , emphasizing applied rhetorical scholarship. His articles often address the tensions between queer identity expression and professional norms, proposing innovative frameworks for inclusive communication practices. Professional Service : Annotated Bibliographies Editor for Present Tense Member of ATTW, CPTSC, and ABC Former Director of Graduate Studies in ECU’s English Department Labs/Teams : Cox collaborates across interdisciplinary teams, particularly in queer methodology development and cultural rhetoric initiatives. His work often integrates community-based research and advocacy for marginalized voices in academic and professional settings.

• Personality Psychology
• Behavioral Science
• Dark Traits (Aversive Personality)
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Ingo Zettler is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Copenhagen, affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences. His research focuses on personality psychology, particularly the study of aversive traits (dark personality), prosocial behavior, and their societal implications. He also investigates behavioral science, open science practices, and sports psychology. His work integrates experimental, cross-cultural, and psychometric methodologies to explore how personality traits like dishonesty, moral reasoning, and social preferences manifest across contexts. Key themes include the Dark Factor of Personality (D), Honesty-Humility, and the interplay between personality and societal outcomes such as crime, cooperation, and political behavior. Recent research highlights include examining cultural and institutional influences on dark traits, developing assessment tools for political elites, and investigating pandemic-related behaviors during the COVID-19 crisis. His contributions span theoretical frameworks for personality measurement, meta-analyses of trait relationships, and applied studies in sports ethics and leadership. Zettler collaborates internationally, with publications addressing topics like vaccination readiness, pandemic fatigue, and the role of creativity in ethical justifications. His work emphasizes rigorous methodology and open science practices to advance psychological research reliability.

Su YangView profile

Assistant Professor

• Chinese Feminism
• Feminist Art Studies
• Visual Representation
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Su Yang is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Texas, based in the Department of Art. Her work focuses on Chinese feminist art studies, exploring female representation through paintings, photography, video, and film. She holds a Ph.D. in Visual, Asian Culture, and Gender Studies from the University of Melbourne, an M.F.A. in Painting from SUNY Buffalo, and a B.A. in Design from Tsinghua University. Yang's research investigates female beauty, bodily autonomy, and women's power through interdisciplinary artistic practices. Her exhibitions have been featured globally at venues like Anderson Gallery (Buffalo), Shanghai M50 Creative Park, Astor Theatre (Melbourne), and Jorge Eliécer Gaitán Municipal Theatre (Bogotá). Notable media coverage includes Chinese state media outlets like Art China and international platforms such as Australia Contemporary Art & Feminism. Prior to her current role, she served as faculty in creative practice at the University of Melbourne. Her work bridges academic research and artistic expression, addressing cultural critiques through visual mediums.

Makbule Sema ÜŞENMEZView profile

Lecturer

• Fashion Design
• Textile Design
• Costume Design
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Dr. Makbule Sema ÜŞENMEZ is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture at Sakarya University, specifically within the Stage Decoration and Costume Department. She teaches courses such as Fashion Drawing (Moda Resmi) and Fashion Design (Moda Tasarımı) at the undergraduate level. Her academic contributions span over two decades, with extensive involvement in national and international art exhibitions, congresses, and educational workshops. She has authored books on topics like Costume History and Fashion Styles, and her research focuses on textile design, historical fashion trends, and artistic expression in clothing. Education: No specific academic degrees listed in the provided texts. Research Interests: Fashion design fundamentals, textile innovation, historical costume analysis, avant-garde trends, and stage decoration integration. Her work bridges traditional techniques with modern artistic expression, emphasizing sustainability and cultural storytelling. Her publications highlight themes like 'Style Lines Transforming into Fashion Trends' (2019) and 'Avant-Garde Trends in Fashion Design' (2010), showcasing her expertise in both practical design and theoretical research. Dr. ÜŞENMEZ has participated in over 20 exhibitions and 15 academic events, including the 'International Eurasian Congress Exhibition' (2018) and 'Art in Converge' (2019). She has also organized workshops on textile materials and contemporary fashion movements. Grants and Advising: No specific grants or thesis advising details provided. However, her involvement in curriculum development for courses like 'Clothing History' and 'Textile Materials' indicates a focus on educational contributions. Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned, but her teaching and exhibition activities suggest collaboration within the university's art and design community.

Megan WyattView profile

Researcher

• Dementia Care
• Arts in Healthcare
• Gerontology
• +3 more

Dr Megan Wyatt is a Researcher at the Geller Institute of Ageing and Memory, University of Wales Trinity Saint David. Her work focuses on leveraging creativity—particularly art and music interventions—to improve communication and quality of life for people living with dementia and their care partners. She has secured funding from programs like The National Lottery People and Places Programme, Countess Eleanor Peel Trust, and Nesta, and led projects such as a 2-year hospital-based arts program in North Wales. Her research explores remote delivery of arts interventions to combat isolation among dementia patients, emphasizing the transformative potential of creative practices in healthcare settings. She has also developed communication-skills courses for caregivers, emphasizing peer facilitation and qualitative frameworks to enhance care interactions. Megan’s interdisciplinary projects bridge arts, healthcare, and social sciences, with a focus on stakeholder collaboration and community impact. Her work spans dementia care innovation, caregiver education, and advocacy for patient voices. She contributes to teaching in PhD programs in Ageing Research and Dementia Studies, integrating research into academic training.