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Darian MeachamView profile

Professor

• Political Philosophy
• Phenomenology
• Philosophy of Technology
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Darian Meacham is a Full Professor of Practical Philosophy and Chair of the Department of Philosophy at Maastricht University's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. He holds a BA from McGill University and MA/PhD from the University of Leuven. As Principal Investigator at the BISS Institute, his research examines how technological developments reshape political concepts like sovereignty, solidarity, and citizenship, with a focus on the EU's role in techno-political co-production. His work merges phenomenological methods with analyses of global technology impacts. Key research projects include GuestXR, STRONG-AYA, and the Circular City Challenge. Recent publications explore AI ethics, synthetic data governance, climate crisis ethics, and algorithmic disruption of labor solidarity. He co-edits the Journal of the British Society for Phenomenology and contributes to EU Horizon initiatives on responsible innovation. His ethical frameworks address challenges in financial AI, virtual environments, and synthetic biology. Dr. Meacham's interdisciplinary approach bridges philosophy with policy, emphasizing ethical reflection in emerging technologies. Current work focuses on integrating climate and nature crises into global health policy and fostering youth-driven sustainability solutions through competitions like the #CircularCityChallenge.

Markus RaabView profile

Professor

• Sport Psychology
• Exercise Psychology
• Performance Science
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Markus Raab is a Professor of Psychology at the German Sport University Cologne, leading the Performance Psychology department within the Institute of Psychology. He serves as head of the Institute in rotation with Prof. Kleinert. His research focuses on judgment, decision-making processes, motor learning, and embodied cognition in sport and exercise contexts, combining dynamic systems theory with probabilistic approaches. He currently holds editorial roles as Editor-in-Chief of Psychology of Sport & Exercise (since 2023) and Editorial Board Member of Sport Science Spectrum (2024–present). Notable awards include the DGPs Betreuungspreis für Doktorandinnen (2015) and a Research Professorship at London South Bank University (2015). Research Interests: Sport psychology, decision-making under pressure, motor control, neurovisceral integration, expertise development Key Projects: Investigates reinvestment theory, embodied cognition, and cognitive training in esports Lab Affiliations: Performance Psychophysiology, Motor Dynamics, Sensorimotor Expertise, Applied Sport Psychology His 419+ publications (2025) span cognitive neuroscience, sports performance optimization, and mental health in elite athletes. Recent work explores neural correlates of expertise, breath-based interventions, and the impact of life events on athlete performance.

Kirk WoolfordView profile

Professor

• Intangible Cultural Heritage
• Health and Wellbeing
• Environmental Studies
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Professor Kirk Woolford is the founding director of the Institute for Creative Technologies at Norwich University of the Arts. Previously, he held roles including Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Reader in Digital Media Arts, and Principal Research Fellow at institutions such as the University of Surrey and Anglia Ruskin. His academic journey began with a dual BS in Computer Science and Humanities from Clarkson University, followed by an MSc in Design and a PhD from the University of Surrey. Woolford’s research focuses on the intersection of creative practice with transdisciplinary challenges, particularly in intangible cultural heritage, health, wellbeing, and environmental values. He pioneers immersive experiences and performance art using emerging technologies, showcased globally at venues like MoMA, Venice Biennale, and SIGGRAPH. His hybrid background includes 40+ years in tech and media industries, co-founding companies in New York, London, and Amsterdam. His work emphasizes practice-based methodologies, blending computational tools with artistic expression. Key projects include Photoria (exploring fireflies’ ecological value) and Jinn (interactive performances blending motion capture and virtual environments). He currently leads interdisciplinary initiatives addressing global challenges through creative technologies. Woolford actively contributes to academic communities, serving on review panels for AHRC and UKRI, and chairs initiatives like Collusion Cambridge. Upcoming projects include Jinn Ginnaye: Palmyra , an immersive piece exploring cultural heritage preservation.

Dario ParigiView profile

Associate Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Sustainable Construction
• Timber Reuse
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Dario Parigi serves as Associate Professor, Head of Division, and Head of Research Group within the Department of the Built Environment at Aalborg University's Faculty of Engineering and Science. He leads the Sustainable Structures, Materials and Construction Research Group and maintains an active research profile with 43+ publications and 5 major projects including the active Instant Urbanism initiative. His work bridges structural engineering, sustainable design, and computational methodologies. Parigi's research spans timber reuse optimization , reciprocal structural systems , and multi-dimensional form-finding , with recent focus on carbon metrics for reused timber and kinetic adaptive facades. His fingerprint analysis reveals strong connections to Design Process (100%), Form Finding (83%), and Reciprocal Structures (64%), demonstrating consistent thematic focus across two decades of work. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications shows increasing emphasis on circular construction (2021-2022), with 60% addressing timber reuse challenges and optimization methodologies. Earlier works (2015-2018) established foundational frameworks for reciprocal structures and computational design tools, evolving toward integrated sustainability metrics in recent output. 5 million DKK research grant for timber reuse (2024) Det Obelske Familiefond funding for Utzon(x) Research-by-design Multiple media features in Danish press (2024) regarding sustainable construction research As Principal Investigator for projects like Lightweight structural elements and Skolernes Indeklima, Parigi secures significant research funding while mentoring junior researchers through 14 documented activities including conference presentations and workshop leadership. His Urban Tranquility project demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration across environmental and structural domains. Parigi directs the Sustainable Structures, Materials and Construction Research Group where his team develops innovative approaches to structural reciprocity and material reuse. Current focus includes the Parigi Mechanism for adaptive facades and computational frameworks for minimal-waste timber layouts, with recent press coverage highlighting real-world applications of their research.

Kayla ParkerView profile

Lecturer

• Avant-garde film-making
• Posthuman feminist perspectives
• Environmental and ecological themes
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Kayla Parker is a Lecturer in Media Arts at the University of Plymouth, working part-time (0.5 post) in the School of Art, Design and Architecture within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business. Her practice-based research integrates avant-garde film-making with posthuman feminist theory, focusing on the interplay between bodies, liminal spaces, and ecological memory. Collaborating with sound artist Dr Stuart Moore, she explores environmental themes at the intersection of post-industrial landscapes and climate emergency. Her experimental works, exhibited globally, address colonial history, digital mediation, and the materiality of waterways. Key contributions include investigations into British post-colonial impacts in Cyprus and the representation of traumatic memory through film. Parker’s avant-garde style has been recognized in academic critiques by scholars such as O'Pray, Rees, and Bendazzi. She supervises PhD artist-researchers and chairs the School of Art, Design and Architecture’s Ethics and Integrity Committee. Her pedagogical focus includes coordinating the Early Career Researcher Network and promoting ethical, dialogic methodologies in creative practice. Parker’s works are held in major archives like the BFI National Archive and have received commissions from the BBC, Arts Council, and Channel 4. Her research degrees supervision spans 10 awarded theses, covering topics from lens-less imaging technologies to self-injury narratives and posthuman encounters with nature.

• Educational Assessment
• Formative Evaluation
• Teacher Training
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Víctor Manuel López Pastor is a Professor in the Department of Education Sciences at the University of Burgos' Faculty of Education, specializing in educational assessment methodologies with particular focus on physical education and teacher training contexts. His research centers on formative and shared assessment systems, body expression pedagogy, and competency development frameworks. His research interests primarily encompass Educational Assessment , Formative Evaluation , Teacher Training , Physical Education , Body Expression Pedagogy , and Competency Development . López Pastor has developed innovative approaches to assessment that emphasize student participation, collaborative evaluation processes, and the integration of formative feedback mechanisms within educational settings. Analysis of his publication trends from 2012-2024 reveals a consistent focus on clarifying assessment terminology, developing practical assessment tools for physical education contexts, and implementing shared evaluation systems in teacher training programs. His recent work (2023-2024) particularly emphasizes triadic assessment models, body expression in educational contexts, and terminology standardization within formative assessment frameworks. López Pastor actively collaborates with the Cross University Network for Formative and Shared Assessment, working closely with researchers including Ángel Luis Pérez Pueyo, David Hortigüela Alcalá, and Miriam Molina Soria on developing educational best practices and assessment methodologies. His methodological contributions include the development of rating scales for transversal competencies, attitudinal teaching styles linked to formative evaluation, and innovative approaches to body language development through poetry in early childhood education. His work represents significant contributions to the theoretical and practical understanding of assessment systems in educational contexts.

Brad GallagherView profile

Lecturer

• Sympoiesis
• Interactive Installations
• Performance Interfaces
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Brad Gallagher is a Technical & Production Specialist Lecturer and a fourth-year Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Intermedia Art, Writing, and Performance at the University of Colorado Boulder. His research focuses on sympoiesis ('making-with'), exploring how movement generates complexity and creativity through interactive installations and performance interfaces. He is affiliated with the ATLAS Institute, emphasizing collaboration between human and non-human actors. Education: Pursuing a Ph.D. in Intermedia Art, Writing, and Performance (CU Boulder). Previous academic background not explicitly detailed in texts. Research Interests: Sympoietic systems, emergent art, and the intersection of technology with embodied creative processes. His work often utilizes spatial sound, video projection, and motion capture to foster collaborative artistic outcomes. Recent projects include installations like 'parrotfish' and 'The Rumpus Room,' which investigate movement and collective creation. Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advisees listed. His creative outputs are showcased via Vimeo, featuring 82 videos such as 'Galaxy Cluster Merger' and 'Type 1a Supernova.' Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the ATLAS Institute, engaged in multidisciplinary art and technology projects.

• Health Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Qualitative Research Methods
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Judit Nóra Pintér is an Associate Professor at the Department of Counselling and School Psychology within the Institute of Psychology at Eötvös Loránd University. Her research focuses on qualitative methodologies, particularly interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA), to explore patient experiences in healthcare contexts, trauma, addiction, and identity formation. She holds affiliations with the Psychology as Human Science Research Group and actively contributes to academic discourse through her publications and teaching roles. Her work addresses critical issues such as stigmatization in mental health, chronic illness management during pandemics, and the psychological impact of surgical interventions. She has also investigated topics like elite athletes' experiences during motherhood and the representation of trauma in cinematic narratives. Pintér’s interdisciplinary approach bridges clinical practice, qualitative research, and policy implications. Her publications span over two decades, with recent emphasis on patient-centered care, healthcare conflict resolution, and the intersection of substance use and identity. She maintains an active academic presence through Google Scholar and institutional platforms like doktori.hu.

• Accessibility
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Assistive Technologies
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Patrick A. Carrington is an Associate Professor in the Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science. His research focuses on accessibility, wearable technology, and assistive technologies, exploring how technology can understand human ability and support empowerment, independence, and improved quality of life for people with diverse abilities. His research interests span multiple areas of accessibility and human-computer interaction. He investigates user needs and designs technology systems that enhance and leverage the full potential of users with diverse abilities, with particular focus on non-visual interfaces, wheelchair computing (which he terms "chairables"), and social media accessibility. His work combines technical innovation with deep user understanding to create meaningful assistive technologies. Dr. Carrington's publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to the field of accessibility research. His work shows a clear trajectory from foundational studies on wheelchair computing and chairables to more recent explorations of non-visual cooking interfaces, social media accessibility, and the application of large language models for communication assistance. His research consistently addresses real-world accessibility challenges through carefully designed user studies and novel technological interventions. Scientific recognition for his work includes: Best Paper Award (Top 1%) at CHI 2019 for "Occupational Therapy is Making" Best Student Paper at ASSETS 2024 for "WheelPoser" Multiple Best Paper Honorable Mentions (Top 5%) across CHI and ASSETS conferences Recognition for innovative work in Twitter accessibility, wheelchair sports technology, and non-visual interfaces As an educator, Dr. Carrington teaches courses including "Designing Human-Centered Software" (FA2022-FA2024, SP2025), "Special Topics: Accessibility" (SP2021, FA2021, SP2022, FA2024), and "Programming Usable Interfaces" (SP2020, FA2020). He leads the AXLE Lab, mentoring numerous students including Franklin Mingzhe Li, Yunzhi Li, and others who have become co-authors on his publications. His lab focuses on designing human-centered software that addresses real accessibility challenges through innovative technical solutions combined with deep user understanding.

Kevin LandisView profile

Professor

• Theatre Studies
• Performance Studies
• Avant-Garde Theatre
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Kevin Landis is a Professor and Director of the Theatre and Dance Program in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. He holds a Ph.D. in Drama from Tufts University, an M.F.A. in Acting from Brandeis University, and an M.A. in Theatre Theory from Brown University. His research spans avant-garde theatre, actor training methods, and the intersection of performance with food culture and religious practices. Education: Ph.D. in Drama, Tufts University (2009) M.F.A. in Acting, Brandeis University (2005) M.A. in Theatre Theory, Brown University (2001) B.A., Colby College (1998) Landis specializes in physical theatre training, blending techniques from Michael Chekhov, Suzuki, and LeCoq. His work emphasizes the actor’s embodiment and vocal expression. His research interests include Eastern European actor training, Nordic art, and the analysis of evangelical church services as performance. He co-authored Cultural Performance: New Perspectives on Performance Studies and is currently writing a manuscript on the Public Theater’s history. His professional experience includes directing plays such as Hair (2020), Peer Gynt (2018), and Salome (2012), as well as acting roles in productions like The Tempest (2016). He has received accolades including the UCCS Making a Difference Award (2020) and the Tufts University Award for Outstanding Contribution to Undergraduate Education (2008). Awards and Grants: UCCS Making a Difference Award (2020) Roser Visiting Artist Grant (2010) Tufts University Teaching Award (2008) Landis leads initiatives in interdisciplinary performance education and has presented globally, including at the International Federation for Theatre Research in Barcelona and Osaka.

Catherine LetondalView profile

Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Tangible Interaction
• Participatory Design
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Catherine Letondal is a Professor of Computer Science and Human-Computer Interaction at ENAC (University of Toulouse). She leads the HCI group within the Interactive Computing Team and holds an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) and PhD in Human-Computer Interaction from the University of Paris-Sud. Her research focuses on systemic approaches to sustainability in design, tangible interaction, and participatory design methodologies. Her education includes advanced degrees in computer systems, philosophy, and engineering. She has extensive industry experience, including 15 years at the Institut Pasteur where she developed bioinformatics tools through participatory programming approaches. Key research areas include tangible interaction for aviation systems (e.g., cockpit design), systemic design for sustainability, and philosophical foundations of HCI. Recent work emphasizes integrating systems thinking into interactive system design to address ecological challenges. Notable achievements include awards at CHI 2009 and CHI 2013 for contributions to music composition tools and air traffic control interfaces. She co-supervises PhDs exploring systemic participatory design and sustainable air mobility. Her advising spans projects on shape-changing interfaces, gesture-based interaction for pilots, and sustainability in aviation systems. Research collaborations involve multi-disciplinary teams from sociology, economics, and aeronautics. Current projects include the AIRTIUS ANR initiative exploring touch technologies in cockpits and systemic design frameworks for rebound effects mitigation in ICT. Labs/Teams: Core member of the Interactive Computing Laboratory at ENAC; collaborates with aerospace engineering groups and sustainability-focused research consortia.

Paul HodgeView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Indigenous-led geographies
• Geographies of humanitarian settlement
• Critical development studies
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Dr Paul Hodge is a Senior Lecturer in Geography and Environmental Studies at the University of Newcastle’s School of Environmental and Life Sciences. His research focuses on Indigenous-led geographies, humanitarian settlement, and critical development studies. He holds a PhD from the University of Newcastle and has been recognized with awards including the Pro-Vice Chancellor’s teaching commendation and Academic Staff Excellence Award. Research Interests: Indigenous sovereignty and coexistence with Gumbaynggirr Country Refugee settlement dynamics in regional Australia Decolonizing pedagogies and strengths-based methodologies Recent Work: Current projects include the ARC-funded 'Juungambala' (2022–2027) exploring Gumbaynggirr Country’s songlines and 'Settling Well' (2022–2027) assessing refugee integration. His work intersects with vegan geographies, environmental ethics, and critical development pedagogy. Grants & Collaborations: Over $3.5M in ARC and external funding. Collaborates with Gumbaynggirr custodians, NGOs like AMES Australia, and international networks including the Critical Development Study Group. Teaching: Courses emphasize critical engagement, two-way learning, and community partnerships. Coordinates seminars and ethics policy for the School.

Jonathan Jingsheng ShiView profile

Professor

• Green Technologies
• Construction Operations Modeling
• Project Planning and Scheduling
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Jonathan Jingsheng Shi is a Professor and Holder of the Art E. Favre Industrial Construction Chair at Louisiana State University's Bert S. Turner Department of Construction Management. He has held academic roles since 1985, including professorships at the University of Florida, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and Illinois Institute of Technology, with extensive industry collaborations. His research focuses on green technologies, construction operations modeling, energy efficiency, and ERP systems. Education: Ph.D., University of Alberta, Canada (1992–1995) M.Sc., Wuhan University, China (1982–1985) B.Sc., Wuhan University, China (1978–1982) Research Interests: Dr. Shi’s work integrates sustainability, data-driven construction processes, and advanced technologies. Key areas include energy-efficient building systems, project scheduling optimization, and neural networks for construction analysis. His projects often bridge academia and industry, emphasizing practical applications. Grants & Projects: "Building Energy Efficient Homes for America (BeeHa)" ($660,345 USD, US DOE) "Advanced Decentralized Water/Energy Network Design" ($1.25M, US EPA) "Highway Work Zone Safety Audit Guidelines" ($1M+, FHWA) His research has received over $8M in federal and industry funding, addressing critical issues in construction sustainability and safety. Advising & Collaboration: While no students are listed, his projects involve interdisciplinary teams with industry partners. He has co-led initiatives with organizations like the Illinois Department of Transportation and the US Department of Energy.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Digital Arts
• Virtual Reality
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Marina Stergiou is a doctoral candidate at the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering, University of the Aegean. Her research focuses on the intersection of traditional cultural practices—particularly dance and costume—with emerging technologies like virtual reality and sustainable fashion. She collaborates with the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the Athena Research Center on projects involving cultural technology and human-computer interaction. Education includes a BEng in Chemical Engineering (National Technical University of Athens, 2012), an MSc in Interactive and Industrial Product & System Design (University of the Aegean, 2016), and current PhD candidacy at the same institution focusing on using new technologies to preserve traditional dances and costumes as cultural heritage. Her research interests span dance technology, digital clothing, virtual/augmented reality, and sustainable fashion. Notable projects include motion-based learning systems for dance notation and VR experiences for music composition exploration. Articles highlight trends in VR/AR applications for cultural heritage preservation, extended reality for dance documentation, and data-driven artistic creation. Her work bridges technical innovation with cultural preservation through interdisciplinary collaborations. Labs/teams affiliation includes partnerships with the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens' Department of Informatics and Telecommunications and the Athena Research Center's cultural technology initiatives.

Kelsey KlotzView profile

Assistant Professor

• Musicology
• Ethnomusicology
• Jazz Studies
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Kelsey Klotz is an Assistant Professor of Musicology at the University of Maryland, with an affiliation in American Studies. Her research bridges musicology, ethnomusicology, jazz studies, and popular music, focusing on how music intersects with identity, whiteness, and gender. She holds a PhD in Musicology from Washington University in St. Louis and previously served as a lecturer at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and as Assistant Dean for Inclusive Excellence in its College of Arts+Architecture. Her postdoctoral work at Emory University’s Fox Center for Humanistic Inquiry further shaped her interdisciplinary approach. Her landmark book Dave Brubeck and the Performance of Whiteness (2023) examines mid-century whiteness through the lens of jazz pianist Dave Brubeck, analyzing how racial ideologies permeate cultural narratives. Current research explores gender’s role in jazz historiography, challenging exclusionary practices. Klotz emphasizes inclusive pedagogy, fostering critical thinking through music analysis in courses on jazz and popular music history. Her work appears in journals like Daedalus and Journal of Jazz Studies , and she engages public discourse via platforms such as the Milken Archive and NBC. Klotz’s scholarship prioritizes marginalized voices, redefining historical narratives to reflect broader cultural contexts.