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Professor Daniel Eyers is a Professor of Manufacturing Systems Management at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University , where he also serves as Director of Quality Assurance & Enhancement. He is co-director of the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing Systems (CAMSAC) and Cardiff University RemakerSpace , highlighting his leadership in sustainable and advanced manufacturing innovation. Professor of Manufacturing Systems Management, Cardiff University (2024–present) Co-Director, Centre for Advanced Manufacturing Systems (CAMSAC) (2024–present) Co-Director, Cardiff University RemakerSpace (2020–present) External Advisor, Open University (2022–present) His research focuses on the strategic management of advanced manufacturing technologies , particularly Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) , within operations and supply chain contexts. He explores how digital technologies enhance supply chain flexibility, sustainability, and performance. His work spans flexible manufacturing systems, servitization, and change management in industrial settings. His recent publications (2020–2025) reveal a strong trajectory in AI-human collaboration in decision-making , sustainable manufacturing , urban logistics , and the integration of 3D printing in circular economies. Themes include risk management, digital transformation, and the strategic impact of emerging technologies on operations. He frequently publishes in top-tier journals such as International Journal of Operations and Production Management , Production Planning and Control , and Omega . CEng, Engineering Council (UK) FHEA, Higher Education Academy ESRC Early Career Impact Acceleration Fellowship Daniel Eyers actively supervises PhD, MSc, and MBA students and has attracted over £2.5 million in research funding from research councils, the Welsh Government, and industry. He contributes to academic program design and quality assurance, serving on university committees and as an external examiner for other institutions. He is deeply engaged in applied research with industrial partners, reflecting his background in commercial manufacturing. His leadership in research centers and commitment to sustainability, digital innovation, and education underscore his role as a key figure in modern operations management scholarship.

• Manufacturing Systems Management
• Additive Manufacturing
• 3D Printing
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Christos Gatzidis serves as Executive Dean of Bournemouth University's Faculty of Science and Technology since October 2023, overseeing six departments including Computing and Informatics, Creative Technology, and Psychology. Previously Deputy Dean (2021-2023) and Head of Creative Technology Department (2016-2021), he was appointed Professor in Creative Technology in November 2019. The Faculty leads five REF Units of Assessment and secures funding from AHRC, NIHR, and Innovate UK for research spanning digital healthcare, gaming technologies, and cultural heritage applications. His educational qualifications include: PhD in Information Science, City University London (2010) PG Cert in Research Degree Supervision, Bournemouth University (2010) MA in Computer Animation, Teesside University (2003) BSc (Hons) in Computer Studies (Visualisation), University of Derby (2002) Professor Gatzidis specializes in computer graphics with research spanning virtual reality, serious games, and digital healthcare applications. His work bridges technical innovation and practical implementation, particularly in mindfulness prototypes for healthcare and stroke rehabilitation systems. Current projects focus on the multidisciplinary application of gaming technologies in medical contexts, emphasizing user experience and therapeutic outcomes through collaborations with industry partners. His publication record (2014-2025) demonstrates evolving expertise from foundational computer graphics research in terrain generation and deformation to applied work in healthcare, cultural heritage, and music education. Key trends include virtual reality for therapeutic mindfulness, usability studies in mobile gaming, and digital cultural presentation techniques, reflecting a trajectory toward socially impactful technological solutions with strong industry translation. No scientific awards are documented in the provided information. He has supervised PhD students and secured competitive research funding, including two Innovate UK Knowledge Transfer Partnerships. His principal investigator role in a virtual reality mindfulness prototype project exemplifies his approach to translating academic research into practical industry solutions, with current focus on expanding knowledge exchange activities to support the University's civic engagement mission. As Executive Dean, he leads faculty-wide research strategy across six departments, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations particularly in digital healthcare and cultural heritage. His personal research integrates computer graphics expertise with clinical applications through partnerships with healthcare providers and technology companies, driving innovation in therapeutic VR systems and educational gaming platforms.

• Computer Graphics
• Virtual Reality
• Serious Games
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Vanessa I. Corredera is a Professor and Department Chair of the Department of English at Andrews University. Her research explores the intersection of Shakespeare, race, and contemporary performance, with a focus on critical race theory and cultural appropriation in global contexts. She teaches courses on Shakespeare, race, and adaptation, and contributes to foundational Honors curricula in Western heritage. BA, Andrews University PhD, Northwestern University Her work examines representations of race in premodern and modern literature, particularly through Shakespearean adaptations in film, theater, and popular media. She also investigates anti-racist pedagogies, diversity initiatives, and intersectional frameworks in higher education. Recent publications analyze racial euphemisms in Shakespeare appropriation, decolonial strategies in modern retellings, and the role of Shakespearean performance in challenging systemic domination. Her research spans topics like physiognomy in 16th-century literature, gendered narratives in postcolonial adaptations, and equity-driven course design. 2023: Folger Shakespeare Library Virtual Fellowship 2021: Daniel S. Augsburger Excellence in Teaching Award 2020-2021: Andrews University Faculty Teaching Fellow 2018: Undergraduate Research Mentor Award Corredera actively mentors students and serves on university committees, including the Faculty Senate and Institutional Diversity and Inclusion Action Council. She contributes to professional organizations as an editor and trustee, advocating for inclusive scholarship and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Renaissance Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Critical Race Theory
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Prof. Penny Kyburz is a Professor and Associate Director (Engagement & Impact) at the School of Computing, Australian National University. She leads the GameFlow Lab and teaches Game Development, focusing on AI, human-AI interaction, and game design. Her work bridges academia and industry, with 20+ award-winning games including four BAFTA nominations. She holds a PhD, B.InfoTech(Hons), G.C.Ed.(Higher Ed.), and G.C.Acad.Prac. Education: Ph.D. B.InfoTech(Hons) Graduate Certificate in Education (Higher Education) Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice Research Interests: Video games, game design, and player experience AI and human-AI collaboration Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality applications Technology policy and digital rights Educational games and accessibility Awards: 4 BAFTA nominations for game contributions High critic scores for usability-tested AAA games Grants/Projects: IDEATE (2024–2028) MEC23: Advanced Biometrics (2023) C2 Sociotechnical Collaboration (2022–2024) Role-Based Deception in Games (2020–2021) Her GameFlow model and book on emergence in games are foundational in player experience research. She advocates for diversity in tech and has advised on digital rights in the Senate.

• Video Games
• Game Design
• AI
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Prof. Dr. Edgar Kreilkamp is a full-time Professor at Leuphana University of Lüneburg , affiliated with the Institute for Management & Organization (IMO) . His academic and research expertise spans business administration , tourism management , and sustainability science , with a strong focus on integrating sustainable practices into tourism systems through digital innovation and strategic stakeholder collaboration. Research Focus: Sustainable tourism development and policy Digital transformation and big data in tourism Service marketing and consumer behavior Climate adaptation and environmental impact assessment Gamification and experiential design in tourism Projects & Contributions: Prof. Kreilkamp has led and contributed to multiple high-impact projects funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), including: Green Travel Transformation : Developing models for sustainable tourism management and labeling of travel packages. Digitalization as a Success Factor in Tourism : Exploring how digital tools can enhance sustainability and competitiveness. Climate-Neutral Island of Juist : A long-term initiative to transform Juist into a global model for climate-neutral tourism. KUNTIKUM : Investigating climate trends and sustainable tourism development in coastal and low mountain regions. Publications & Media: He has authored and co-authored numerous scholarly articles, book chapters, and policy reports. His work has appeared in both peer-reviewed journals and industry-focused publications, and he is a frequent keynote speaker at international conferences and policy forums. His media contributions include expert commentary on sustainable travel, climate-conscious tourism strategies, and digital innovation in the tourism sector. Contact: Email: edgar.kreilkamp@leuphana.de Phone: +49.4131.677-2171 Office: C6.124, Universitätsallee 1, 21335 Lüneburg, Germany

• Sustainable Tourism
• Tourism Management
• Business Administration
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Regina Jihea Ahn is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Strategic Communication at the University of Miami School of Communication. Her research focuses on media literacy, parental mediation of digital content, social media impacts, and health communication strategies. Education: Ph.D. in Communication and Media from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2019) M.S. in Advertising from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2014) B.A.A. in Business Administration from Sookmyung Women’s University, South Korea (2011) Current research explores media influence on immigrant families' nutrition (Food, Culture, and Health Study), media literacy interventions for Latinx communities affected by HIV during the pandemic, and Korean YouTube Kids content creators' communication strategies. Her published work appears in journals like Journal of Advertising and International Journal of Consumer Studies . Active projects include: Co-PI for Food, Culture, and Health Study analyzing media's role in immigrant nutrition Media Literacy Consultant for Latinx HIV health communication during COVID-19 PI for Korean YouTube Kids content creator research focusing on edutainment strategies Teaching courses: Advertising Strategy Development, Principles of Advertising, Research Methods for Advertising.

• Media Literacy
• Social Media
• Parental Mediation
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Georgios Lappas is a Professor of Information Technology with emphases on Social and Political Informatics at the Department of Communication and Digital Media, University of Western Macedonia. He serves as Head of the Department, Director of the Digital Media and Strategic Communication Laboratory, and Vice-Director of the MSc Programs "Public Discourse and Digital Media" and "Digital Games and Multimedia Development". He is also a member of the Regional Council for Research and Innovation of the Region of Western Macedonia. Professor Lappas holds a PhD in Computer Science and an MSc in Applied Artificial Intelligence. His academic career spans numerous research contributions and leadership roles within the university and research community. His primary research interests focus on Social Informatics, E-Government, E-Democracy, Online Politics, Human-Computer Interaction, Digital Marketing, Online Reputation Management, Web Mining, Opinion Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Web Intelligence, and Social Network Analysis. His work bridges computer science with social and political sciences, particularly examining how digital technologies impact governance, political communication, and social interactions. Professor Lappas has published extensively, with over 100 papers in international journals, conference proceedings, and book chapters. His recent work examines social media campaigns in political contexts, citizen engagement with digital government services, and the application of emerging technologies like augmented reality in various sectors. His publications appear in prestigious journals such as New Media and Society, Journal of Information Technology and Politics, Local Government Studies, and International Journal of Electronic Governance. He has served as Program Committee member in more than 130 international conferences and on editorial boards of journals including Journal of Information Technology and Politics, International Journal of Entertainment Technology and Management, and Journal of E-Government. Professor Lappas has chaired or co-chaired four international conferences, served on organizing committees for seven conferences, acted as publicity chair for two conferences, and chaired sessions at over 20 international conferences. Professor Lappas has participated in numerous national and EU-funded projects. Currently, he coordinates the "Wine Live Label Innovative Augmented Reality Applications in Wine Product Labeling" project under the "Research-Create-Innovate" program, and leads work package 5 of the "AGRO-TOUR" project focused on mixed reality applications for promoting mountain trails in Western Macedonia. He teaches courses including Human-Machine Communication, Digital Marketing and Online Entrepreneurship, Online Reputational Management, E-Government, E-Democracy and Political Campaigns on the Internet, Special Issues on Social Informatics, and Big Data and Web Intelligence.

• Social Informatics
• E-Government
• E-Democracy
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Tyrha M. Lindsey-Warren is a Clinical Associate Professor of Marketing at Baylor University's Foster School of Business , where she also serves as Director of Industry Relations and Experiential Learning . She leads the Marketing Ethnic Faculty Association (MEFA) as president and contributes to the SEEHER Academic Advisory Board . Education: PhD in Marketing, Rutgers University MBA in Marketing, Claremont Graduate University BS in Radio/TV/Film with Musical Theater Certificate, Northwestern University Her research focuses on multicultural marketing , narrative transportation , health edutainment , and diversity in advertising . She explores how storytelling impacts millennial consumers , equity in advertising leadership , and strategies for small business innovation during crises. Recent publications address pandemic-era marketing innovation , representation in advertising leadership , systemic discrimination in multicultural markets , and edutainment's role in health behavior change . Her work appears in journals like Journal of Advertising Research and Journal of Cultural Marketing Strategy . She teaches courses including Advertising Procedures , Promotion Campaigns , and Digital Marketing , integrating practical industry experience into her pedagogy.

• Multicultural Marketing
• Advertising Industry Equity & Inclusion
• Consumer Behavior
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Dr. Giulia Rossetti is a Senior Lecturer in Events Management at the Oxford Brookes Business School, Oxford Brookes University. She holds a PhD from Technological University Dublin, an MA, BA, and a Cert TEFL. Her teaching focuses on events, festivals, and tourism at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including modules like 'Planning and Delivering the Sustainable Event' and 'Professional Practice for Event Managers.' Her research explores the transformative role of festivals, particularly in cultural capital development, well-being generation, and storytelling. Key areas include edutainment in heritage tourism, socio-cultural sustainability, and festival tourism impacts. She leads the 'Food Festivals, Place and Wellbeing' project (Brookes-funded) and contributes to research on colonial landscapes in Irish tourism (co-funded by the Italian Geographical Society and University of Insubria). She co-edited the book Festivals and Edutainment (Routledge, 2023) and a special issue on 'Festivals and Storytelling' in the Event Management journal. Giulia has published widely on festivals' socio-cultural impacts, experiential learning in event education, and digital tools for inclusive cultural education. She is a Social Media Editor and Editorial Board member of the Event Management journal. Her advisory work focuses on festival well-being, learning through events, and cultural heritage preservation. Professional memberships include the Higher Education Academy (Fellow), Association for Events Management Education (AEME), and Event Industry Association of Ireland (EIAI). She actively participates in conferences on festival studies, tourism, and cultural geography, presenting at events like the Royal Geographical Society and the Società Geografica Italiana.

• Events Management
• Festival Tourism
• Cultural Capital
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Milla Johansson is a Lecturer and Doctoral Researcher at the University of Lapland 's Faculty of Art and Design. She holds a Licentiate of Science (Technology) from Luleå University of Technology and a Master of Arts (Art and Design) from the University of Lapland. Education : Licentiate of Science (Technology) from Luleå University of Technology; Master of Arts (Art and Design) from University of Lapland Johansson's research focuses on Arctic Art and Design , with notable work in glass art , sustainable product design , and nature-inspired design . Her projects often involve collaborations with international institutions like the Iceland University of the Arts , Glasshytta Blåst , and École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne , emphasizing climate-responsive design and environmental impact assessment in Arctic contexts. Recent artistic outputs include the Arctic Glass Design and Art series (2024), which explores atmospheric phenomena through glass, and Poroputeli (2023), a climate-themed installation. Her exhibitions frequently use water-mediated and nature-inspired techniques, often involving reindeer antlers and snow as design tools. Johansson actively engages in transnational academic exchanges, including visiting researcher roles at Design Academy Eindhoven (2019) and Signify N.V. (2019). Her work appears in 59 peer-reviewed research outputs, with significant contributions to the Arctic Art and Design master's program funded by the European Social Fund (2015-2018).

• Arctic Art and Design
• Visual Arts
• Sustainable Product Design
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Prof. Martine Bouman is a Visiting Professor at the Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication (ESHCC), Department of Media and Communication, Erasmus University Rotterdam. She specializes in health communication, entertainment-education, and social media analysis. Her work focuses on leveraging media and digital platforms to address public health challenges, particularly in areas like smoking cessation, cervical cancer prevention, and vaccination debates. She has conducted extensive research on culturally sensitive interventions for migrant populations and youth health during pandemics. Research Interests: Health communication strategies in digital environments Social media's role in public health campaigns Entertainment-education for behavioral change Cultural adaptation of health messages Policy analysis on tobacco control and vaccination Recent work highlights include evaluating web-based educational videos for cervical cancer screening among Turkish and Moroccan-Dutch women, analyzing Twitter discourse on vaccination debates, and studying social media use during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her research often bridges theory and practice, collaborating with policymakers and media professionals. Awards: Two awards noted in her profile, though specifics are not disclosed. Advising & Grants: While no student names are listed, her projects likely involve collaborative research teams. Grants have supported initiatives like Sound Effects (hearing loss prevention) and 'Nederland in Beweging!' (health promotion TV programs). Labs/Teams: Active in transmedia edutainment research groups and participates in international projects on child marriage prevention (Girls Not Brides partnership).

• Health Communication
• Public Health
• Media Studies
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Jochen Baier is a Professor at the Pedagogical University of Schwäbisch Gmünd , serving as deputy head of the Institute for Language & Literature and head of the English Department . His academic work focuses on language and literature didactics , media education , interactive drama , and body language in virtual language learning . He has led research projects on dramatic methods in digital contexts, new media integration, and cross-cultural coaching, emphasizing bilingual teaching and intercultural communication. Current research includes Body Language in Virtual Language Learning Scenarios and practical implementation of EBU Unteaching Prejudices through student projects. He explores subfields like Neural Language Processing , Interactive Learning , and Cultural Awareness in digital environments. Baier’s publications span books on nonverbal communication, teaching literature with digital tools, and bilingual curricula (e.g., Abitur NRW preparation materials). His work also addresses Shakespeare pedagogy , digital edutainment , and intercultural studies .

• Language Didactics
• Literature Didactics
• Cultural Studies
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Arianit Kurti is a full professor of informatics at Linnaeus University, where he serves as Head of both the Informatics Department and the Computer Science and Media Technology Department. With over 20 years of international academic experience across Sweden, Kosovo, and North Macedonia, Prof. Kurti brings extensive expertise in digital technologies and sustainable innovation. He previously held research leadership positions at RISE Research Institutes of Sweden. Prof. Kurti's research focuses on data-driven approaches for business innovation to achieve sustainable digitalization. His work spans multiple domains including forestry (Forest 4.0), furniture industry digital transformation (APPEND, STELLA), education technology (Edutain, IGNITE), and social inclusion (STEFORA). He leads the Data-driven Business Innovation research group and is active in the Interaction Design Research Group, DISA research center, and LNU Systems Community. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical applications of AI, IoT, and data analytics across diverse sectors. The research trajectory shows progression from mobile learning and context-aware systems in early career to current focus on sustainable digitalization, business model innovation, and domain-specific applications in forestry and manufacturing. Key themes include human-centered technology design, data ecosystems, and bridging academic research with real-world industry challenges. Prof. Kurti has secured approximately €8.5 million in research funding from prestigious sources including EU EACEA, EU H2020, Swedish Knowledge Foundation, Vinnova, Wallenberg Foundation, and FORMAS. He currently leads two major EU Horizon projects focused on AI and IoT technologies for forestry management. He has published over 70 peer-reviewed works spanning journals, conferences, and books, with recent output showing strong international collaboration patterns. His research groups maintain active partnerships with industry and academic institutions across Europe, with particular strength in Scandinavian countries and the Balkans.

• Informatics
• Digital Technologies
• Sustainable Digitalization
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Dr hab. Magdalena Piechota is a Professor at the Department of Media Communication within the Faculty of Political Science and Journalism at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS), Poland. Her academic career spans over two decades, with affiliations starting in 2001 as an adjunct and progressing to her current role since 2019. Specializes in Journalistic Genres , Media Discourse , and Edutainment Key research areas: Narrative Analysis , Media Representations , and Cultural Communication Recent publications focus on Family Memory , Pandemic Narratives , and Holocaust Representation in literary reportage Her scholarly work includes analyses of Polish Reportage , Sports Media , and Postmemory in contemporary journalism. While no formal scientific awards are documented in the available materials, her 2023-2024 publications demonstrate ongoing contributions to media theory and practice.

• Journalistic Genres
• Media Discourse
• Media Representations of the World
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Rita Grácio is an Assistant Professor at Lusófona University, where she teaches at undergraduate, master’s, and PhD levels. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Exeter (UK), an MA and BA in Sociology from the University of Coimbra (Portugal), and has pedagogical certification (CCP EDF 500647/2009). As an integrated researcher at CICANT-Lusófona University, she participates in European-funded projects like filmEU+, WIRE filmEU, CresCine, RestART Europe, Cyanotypes, and FCT-funded initiatives such as On & Off: atmospheres of dis/connection. Her research focuses on the sociology of arts and culture , with specific interests in Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) , cultural production, audience studies, arts consumption, and sociotechnical mediations in creative fields. Her publications span journals like Comunicazioni sociali , CLaW-Communication and Language at Work , and Museum International , alongside book chapters with publishers including Brill and Routledge. Rita Grácio has presented at international conferences (ESA, IAMCR) and contributed to reports on skills intelligence in creative sectors. Her recent work explores digital communication in religious organizations, feminist-queering of museums, and pandemic-era adaptations in cultural education. She is certified in gender equality training and actively bridges academic research with societal impact through mentorship and policy-oriented outputs.

• Sociology of Arts and Culture
• Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI)
• Cultural Production
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