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Miguel Godinho de MatosView profile

Professor

• Digitization Effects on Creative Industries
• Social Networks and Peer Influence
• Consumer Privacy Regulation
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Miguel Godinho de Matos is a Full Professor of Information Systems and Management at Católica Lisbon School of Business & Economics, serving as Dean of Faculty. He holds a courtesy appointment as Visiting Research Scientist at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College, affiliated with the Initiative for Digital Entertainment and Analytics (IDEA). His academic journey includes a Ph.D. and M.Sc. from Carnegie Mellon University's Engineering & Public Policy program, and dual B.Sc./M.Sc. in Computer Engineering from Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisbon. Research focuses on digitization's impact on creative industries, social network dynamics, consumer privacy regulation, and big data analytics. Notable work includes field experiments on subscription video platforms, telecom policies, and GDPR effects. He manages $1M+ in research funding (2/3 industry-sourced) and serves as Senior Editor at MIS Quarterly since 2024. Education: Agregação (Habilitation), Católica Lisbon (2021) Ph.D., Carnegie Mellon University (2013) M.Sc. (2×), Carnegie Mellon University & Instituto Superior Técnico (2005-2011) His 20+ publications appear in top journals like Management Science, Marketing Science, and Journal of Political Economy. Recent work examines telecommunication policy effects, consumer consent post-GDPR, and content strategy optimization. Awards include INFORMS and AIS Early Career distinctions (2019). Engages industry through consulting for telecom firms in Europe/Asia and Statistics Portugal. Former investment banker and management consultant before academia.

Jeff MeyerView profile

Associate Professor

• Services Marketing
• Pricing
• Technology
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Jeff Meyer, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Schmidthorst College of Business, Bowling Green State University (BGSU). He teaches courses in Marketing Research, Product Planning, Marketing Analytics, and Product Development for Entrepreneurs. His research focuses on services marketing, pricing strategies, technology applications, and food sustainability. Dr. Meyer holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from Texas A&M University, an M.S. in Marketing Research from the University of Texas at Arlington, and a B.S. in Statistics from Iowa State University. Before academia, Meyer spent eight years at Principal Financial Group in the Group Life and Health Insurance division, where he managed marketing research and business analytics, including customer satisfaction surveys and customer lifetime value analysis. His professional certifications and academic positions include: Associate Professor, Marketing, BGSU (2016-present) Assistant Professor, Marketing, BGSU (2010-2016) His research has been recognized with awards such as the 2020 College of Business Faculty Service Award and the 2017 Alumni Undergraduate Teaching Award. He leads a USDA-funded grant project on aquaponics sustainability and has published extensively in journals like Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science and Journal of Retailing . Key research themes include hybrid bundle pricing, gamification in education, and the impact of technology on consumer decisions. His grants and collaborations reflect a focus on bridging academic research with real-world applications in sustainability and service industries.

Mike NawrockiView profile

Visiting Professor

• Animation
• Children's Media
• 3D Computer Animation
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Mike Nawrocki is a Visiting Professor in the Department of Cinematic Arts at Lipscomb University. He is best known as co-creator of the 'VeggieTales' media franchise, co-founder of Big Idea Entertainment, and voice actor for Larry the Cucumber. His work spans over 30 years in film, animation, and storytelling, contributing to over 85 million video, audio, and book sales. Nawrocki holds an MFA in Filmmaking from Lipscomb University, earned during his 2017–2019 residency there. Education: Bachelor's degree in Biology and History from University of Illinois Chicago Research & Creative Work: Nawrocki's expertise centers on animation, children's entertainment, and innovative storytelling techniques. He pioneered 3D CGI in consumer media through 'VeggieTales' and developed hit series like 'Silly Songs with Larry' and '3-2-1 Penguins!' His creative output includes award-winning films ('Jonah,' 'The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything'), authored books ('Nighty Nights,' 'The Dead Sea Squirrels'), and current animation projects. Awards: Multiple Dove Awards for Family Entertainment Professional Contributions: Nawrocki has been involved in every aspect of production—from editing to character voicing—and has mentored teams in animation and creative development through Big Idea Entertainment. His residency at Lipscomb University bridged academic and industry expertise in filmmaking. Labs/Teams: Core contributor to Big Idea Entertainment, leading creative teams on 'VeggieTales' and affiliated properties.

Ben WatsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Computer and Video Games
• Data Sciences and Analytics
• Graphics
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Ben Watson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at North Carolina State University (NC State), where he leads the Visual Experience Lab. His research explores how visual technologies impact human emotion, thinking, and behavior, spanning graphics, perception, design, and interaction. He has held academic positions at NC State since 2006, previously at Northwestern University (2006) and the University of Alberta (1997–2006). Watson earned his doctorate from Georgia Tech's Graphics, Visualization, and Usability Center (GVU), with additional studies in German language at Mannheim University and the Goethe Institute in Bonn. His work has been applied in fields such as entertainment, security, finance, education, and medicine. Notable contributions include advancements in light field displays, esports visualization, and user interface design. He has co-chaired major conferences like Graphics Interface 2001 and IEEE Virtual Reality 2004, and serves on editorial and program committees. Watson has received awards including the National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Award (2006) and the NVIDIA Professor Partnership Award (2007). His research interests include procedural modeling, visualization techniques, and the intersection of human factors in high-interactivity systems. He has authored over 100 publications, including books like *Level of Detail for 3D Graphics* (2003) and edited conference proceedings. Current projects focus on real-time rendering, esports technology, and adaptive display systems. Watson is actively involved in industry collaboration, with patents and pending disclosures in areas like mobile visualization and graph depiction. His lab’s interdisciplinary approach addresses challenges in HCI, graphics, and user experience design, aiming to bridge gaps between technology and human-centric applications.

• Computer Animation
• Machine Learning
• Virtual Reality
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Professor Xiaosong Yang serves as Professor and Deputy Head of Department at the National Centre for Computer Animation, Bournemouth University. With over 30 years of experience in research, education, and professional practice, he leads the MSc AIM program and has established himself as a prominent figure in computer animation and AI applications. His work bridges academic research with industry applications through collaborations with organizations including Disney Research and Double Negative. Professor Yang's research spans computer animation, machine learning, data mining, digital health, virtual reality, augmented reality, medical visualization, and surgery simulation. His innovative work in muscle-based animation has received international recognition from prestigious outlets such as NewScientist and MIT Technology Review. He has developed novel techniques that have been successfully integrated into animation production pipelines, demonstrating practical applications of his research. His publication record includes over 140 peer-reviewed papers in prestigious journals and conferences, with recent work focusing on AI-driven animation techniques, medical visualization, and human-computer interaction. The research trends show a consistent progression from foundational computer animation techniques toward increasingly sophisticated AI applications in both entertainment and healthcare domains. Recognized Research Supervisor from UK Council for Graduate Education Professor Yang has supervised over 30 PhD students and numerous postdocs, research assistants, and international visiting scholars. His research impact is further evidenced by securing over 35 research grants from major funding bodies including the European Commission, Arts and Humanities Research Council, British Academy, Leverhulme, British Council, Newton Fund, Innovate UK, Wessex AHSN, and Higher Education Innovation Fund. He serves on the Peer Review College of the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) UK and the Computer Science Evaluation Group of the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). He actively contributes to the academic community as a program committee member for international conferences (SIGGRAPH Asia, CGI, CASA), conference program chair (CGI2012, CASA2020/2022), and reviewer for top journals (TVCG, ACM ToG, C&G) and conferences (SIGGRAPH, Eurographics, ISMAR).

• Digital Media
• 3D Animation
• Game Art
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Rob Penhaligon is a Senior Lecturer at Buckinghamshire New University, where he has been instrumental in developing and leading programs in 3D animation, game art, and visual effects since 2015. He serves as Course Leader for multiple MA and BA programs, including MA Advanced 3D Animation and BA (Hons) 3D Game Art, both on-campus and online. His educational background includes: MA in Politics and History, University of Edinburgh MSc in Computer Science, University of Bath MSc in Advanced Multimedia and 3D Technologies, Brunel University He is currently pursuing a PhD in Digital Media at the University of Surrey, focusing on AI-assisted creation of 3D environment art for games and visual effects. His research interests lie at the intersection of artificial intelligence and digital art, particularly in automating and enhancing 3D environment design. His expertise has been applied in professional settings, contributing to funded TV show concepts that have aired on platforms such as Amazon Prime. Although no specific publications or awards are listed, his academic and professional trajectory reflects a strong commitment to innovation in digital entertainment education and practice. Rob Penhaligon advises and teaches across a range of programs in 3D digital arts. He has played a key role in preparing students for careers at top industry companies like ILM, MPC, DNEG, and Ubisoft. While no formal grants are mentioned, his PhD research likely involves academic and possibly industry collaboration. He has been involved in the development of 3D environment concepts for television productions, indicating active engagement with both academic and professional creative teams in the visual effects and gaming sectors.

Oladapo OyebodeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Artificial Intelligence
• Persuasive Computing
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Oladapo Oyebode is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Computer Science at Dalhousie University, Canada. He is also the Co-Director of the Persuasive Computing Lab, where he leads research at the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Persuasive Computing. His work focuses on designing intelligent, adaptive, and personalized technologies for social good, particularly in health, wellness, education, and sustainability. PhD in Computer Science, Dalhousie University MSc in Computer Science, Western University, Canada His research interests center on Human-Centred AI , User Adaptive Systems , Persuasive Technologies , Dynamic User Modelling , and Intervention Design , with a strong emphasis on Digital Health . He explores how AI can be leveraged to deliver real-time, evidence-based, and personalized interventions that promote desirable behaviors in individuals and groups. His work integrates behavior change theories, multimodal data, and machine learning to create systems that are both effective and ethically sound. The most recent articles reflect a consistent trend in developing AI-driven, emotion-aware, and persuasive digital systems for health and wellness. These include gamified interventions, mobile apps for stress and sleep management, and social media-based analysis of public health sentiments. The research spans interdisciplinary domains such as mental health, nutrition, physical activity, and public health communication, often incorporating user-centered design and evaluation methodologies. Award-winning publications Media recognitions Oladapo Oyebode has over 10 years of industry experience in software engineering, machine learning, data science, and cloud solutions, including leadership roles such as Head of Innovation and Emerging Trends. He has served on editorial boards of reputable international journals and has reviewed for top-tier conferences and journals. His collaborative work spans academic and industry partners within and outside Canada. He mentors students and contributes to workshops and book chapters in persuasive technology and HCI. He is actively involved in the design and evaluation of persuasive systems, particularly in the context of mobile health and behavior change support systems. He is affiliated with the Persuasive Computing Lab at Dalhousie University, a research group focused on developing intelligent systems that support positive behavior change through persuasive and adaptive interfaces.

Laura CrawfordView profile

Lecturer

• Game Design
• Screen and Digital Media
• Communication and Media Studies
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Laura Crawford is a Lecturer in Games and Interactivity at Swinburne University of Technology, School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education. She also holds an adjunct researcher position in the Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Tasmania and serves as a funding consultant to Creative Victoria. Her interdisciplinary work bridges game design, media theory, and psychological aspects of player engagement. Her research interests include the psychology of attraction to screen violence, player memory, serious games, and critical media theory. She is deeply involved in the Australian games community, frequently speaking at national and international conferences and facilitating discussions on violence in games, independent game design, and social issues in the industry. The publications reflect a strong focus on game policy, moral engagement, media ethics, and the cultural dimensions of gaming. Key themes include video game classification, epistemology of player experience, and the societal impact of game narratives. Her work spans academic chapters, journal articles, and public media engagement, demonstrating a commitment to both scholarly and public discourse. MCV Pacific Top 100 Influential Women in Games (2016) MCV Pacific Top 75 Influential Women in Games (2015) Australian Postgraduate Award (2010) Lifetime member, Golden Key International Honours Society (2007) Laura is actively involved in professional service, including committee membership in the Digital Games Research Association (Australian chapter). She is not currently available for student supervision. Her teaching includes undergraduate courses in game design and postgraduate critical media theory. She contributes significantly to public understanding of games through media appearances and public talks.

• Cognitive Psychology
• Psycholinguistics
• Reading
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Manuel Gimenes is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Poitiers, affiliated with the Center for Research on Cognition and Learning (CeRCA) and the Maison des Sciences de l’Homme et de la Société (MSHS). His research bridges cognitive psychology and psycholinguistics, focusing on reading processes, lexical frequency effects, and the cognitive impact of games. His research interests include visual word recognition , lexical frequency , reading development , and the role of games (board and video) in enhancing cognitive functions. He also investigates motor skills and literacy , rhythm and language , and metacognition in writing . His work often integrates digital tools and game-based interventions to support learning. The trends in his recent publications highlight a strong focus on educational applications of cognitive science , particularly in child literacy, with a growing emphasis on digital interventions , motor-cognitive integration , and language development tools . His research combines experimental psychology with applied educational technology. Manuel Gimenes has supervised PhD students including Léa Martinez and Evan Launay. He holds administrative roles as co-director of the Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at the University of Poitiers and secretary of the ethics committee for human research at the universities of Tours and Poitiers. He also manages and coordinates CeRCA’s “Game” research group, fostering interdisciplinary projects on gaming and cognition. His leadership extends to developing research infrastructure, such as lexical databases (e.g., Worldlex, Lexique-Infra, VOC-ADO) and assessment tools (e.g., BLOC test, ProVoc app), which are widely applicable in psycholinguistics and neuropsychology.

• Sports Management
• Sport Administration
• Youth Sports
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Claudia Benavides-Espinoza serves as an Assistant Professor of Sports Management at Arkansas State University, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate programs. She emphasizes the institution's commitment to student development through low teacher-to-student ratios and a supportive traditional college town environment ideal for family life. Research Interests Her expertise spans the comprehensive domain of Sports Management, including youth sports, interscholastic and intercollegiate athletics, professional sports operations, fitness/recreational facilities, rehabilitation centers, and multi-purpose sport venues. She actively dispels the misconception that sport managers are limited to ticket sales, highlighting their critical role across all sport-related sectors from youth programs to entertainment complexes. Scientific Awards No scientific awards, fellowships, or medals were documented in the source material. Advising and Professional Engagement Mentors students through the sport management club with emphasis on time management and utilization of academic resources (library, writing center, computer labs) Organized student volunteer trips to major events including Super Bowl XLIX in Phoenix Advocates experiential learning philosophy: "Learning by doing what others just read" No research grants were specified in available information Professional Activities Actively participates in sports community events with documented attendance at Super Bowl XLIX (including "crashing Emmitt Smith's party"). Expressed strong interest in the 2016 Rio Olympic Games and maintains professional admiration for figures including Johnny Manziel, Michael Sam, Becky Hammon, and Tim Tebow.

• Character Concept Art
• Environment Concept Art
• Narrative Development
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Nikos Gaitanopoulos is a Lecturer in Concept Art at the Department of Digital Arts and Animation , School of Computing, Media and the Arts, Teesside University. His research and professional practice focus on visual storytelling, specializing in character and environment concept art , narrative development through illustration , and keyframe design for digital media. Experience spans architecture , advertising , book illustration , and video game design Published an illustrated short story collection and a novel , blending narrative and visual arts Portfolio available on ArtStation His work bridges creative industries with academic pedagogy, emphasizing practical applications of concept art in entertainment and design sectors.

Parsa Rahimi NoshanaghView profile

Researcher

• Synthetic Data Generation
• Computer Vision
• Generative Models
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Parsa Rahimi Noshanagh is a Doctoral Assistant and PhD student at the School of Engineering , École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) , affiliated with the Department of Electrical Engineering and the LIDIAP laboratory (Idiap Research Institute) . He is conducting research in synthetic data generation and its applications in computer vision under the supervision of Prof. Marcel and Prof. Alahi. Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Sharif University of Technology Currently pursuing Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering, EPFL His research focuses on enhancing discriminative models such as classifiers using synthetic data generated by generative models (e.g., StyleGANs, Diffusion models, Flows). He explores the concept of Analysis by Synthesis , aiming to make generative models practically useful in real-world applications beyond entertainment. His work investigates realism transfer in 3D face renderings and synthetic data augmentation to improve face recognition accuracy. His recent publications have been accepted at top conferences including ECCVW 2024 (ORAL) , ICASSP 2024 , and IJCB 2023 (ORAL) , demonstrating performance gains in benchmarks like IJB-C, IJB-B, and LFW. These works highlight that synthetic augmentation can rival architectural improvements in model performance. Paper accepted as ORAL presentation at ECCVW 2024 Paper accepted at ICASSP 2024 Paper accepted as ORAL presentation at IJCB 2023 Parsa previously worked as a Lead Research Engineer at MCI before starting his PhD. He has contributed to the release of datasets such as RealDigiFace and plans to release synthetic datasets from AugGen. He does not currently supervise any students but is actively involved in research collaborations with the Biometric Group at Idiap. He is a member of the Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering (EDEE) at EPFL and contributes to advancing privacy-conscious and resource-efficient machine learning through self-contained synthetic data generation.

• Car-2-X Communication
• Internet-based Telematic Services
• Simulation for Cooperative Vehicles
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Dr.-Ing. Ilja Radusch is Director of the Smart Mobility business unit at Fraunhofer Institute FOKUS and Head of the Daimler Center for Automotive Information Technology Innovations (DCAITI) at Technische Universität Berlin. He received his doctorate in Engineering from TU Berlin in 2008. His research focuses on: Secure car-2-x communication systems Internet-based telematic services Simulation for cooperative vehicles Intelligent transportation networks V2X application development His publications (2011-2015) predominantly address vehicular communication, intelligent transportation systems, and automotive simulation, with recent emphasis on V2X applications, electric vehicle integration, and traffic optimization. He has supervised 28 graduate students on topics including vehicular networks, sensor systems, and traffic simulation. Major research projects include: Industry collaborations with Daimler and Deutsche Telekom BMBF-funded projects: simTD, AVM/eGrain EU projects: TEAM, DRIVE C2X, PRE-DRIVE C2X, e-Sense, BIONETS He leads the Smart Mobility research group at Fraunhofer FOKUS and directs DCAITI at TU Berlin, focusing on automotive IT innovations.

Christine MeltzerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Media and Music
• Intergroup Conflict
• Social Inequality
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Christine Meltzer is a Junior Professor of Communication Studies with a focus on Media and Music at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich since 2022. Her research explores the intersection of media effects , gender-based violence , political communication , and migration . She leads the Research Hub since May 2024 and serves as Associate Editor at SN Social Science . As a member of the German Society of Mass Communication (DGPuK) , International Communication Association (ICA) , and UN Women , she investigates structural inequalities in media portrayal and societal attitudes. Education: PhD in Media Effects (2016, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz). Key Institutions: Ludwig Maximilian University Munich (current), University of Vienna, University of Gothenburg, University of Mainz (research assistant 2010-2022). Her research examines media's role in shaping public perceptions of immigration, gender violence, and social cohesion. Recent work includes studies on misinformation detection during the Ukraine war and responsible reporting on violence against women. She has presented at major conferences including ICA and ECREA, often addressing media literacy and ethical journalism . Scientific Awards: Mercator Science-Policy Fellowship (2020) Leadership: Head of Research Hub (2024) Editorial Board, International Journal of Communication (2023)

• Game Development
• Virtual Reality
• Mixed Reality
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Shaun McCabe is an Adjunct Professor in Entertainment Design at Full Sail University, bringing over two decades of experience in game development and technical leadership. He is affiliated with the College of Entertainment, where his expertise in immersive technologies and game engines enriches academic instruction. Education: Degree in Computer Science or related field, Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL Degree in Liberal Arts or related field, Rollins College, Winter Park, FL His research and professional interests center on game engine programming , virtual and mixed reality , low-level audio systems , and technical art leadership . His work bridges academic theory with industry innovation, particularly in the development of award-winning, best-selling games. Although no peer-reviewed articles are listed, his contributions to major titles reflect a strong trend in immersive experience design , player-centric technology , and next-generation game development . Scientific Awards: Shaun has not formally advised students listed in the text, nor received publicly mentioned grants. However, he has led engineering, technical art, UI/UX, and IT teams in producing major titles such as Marvel’s Spider-Man , Miles Morales , Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart , and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 , demonstrating significant leadership in funded industry projects. He co-founded Insomniac Games' Durham, NC studio and co-directed key entries in the Ratchet & Clank series, while executive producing VR/MR titles like Edge of Nowhere , Feral Rights , The Unspoken (2016), and Seedling (2018), showcasing leadership in dedicated development teams focused on innovation in interactive storytelling and immersive gameplay.