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Martin Cooper is a Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering, Graphics, and Multimedia at the School of Computing and Digital Technologies, part of the College of Business, Technology, and Engineering. With over a decade of experience as a commercial trainer, he specializes in web development technologies including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP/MySQL, and mobile web systems. His teaching focuses on Software Engineering, Game Software Development, Web Systems, and Network Security, with courses like Web Application Development and Professional Development Project. His research explores the intersection of technology and mental health, particularly through digital tools for cognitive analytic therapy. Notable projects include developing mobile apps to enhance relational awareness in clinical settings, employing mixed-methods approaches for evaluation. Cooper’s work emphasizes user-centered design principles in healthcare technology, aiming to bridge clinical practices with innovative software solutions. His publications highlight collaborations in digital health interventions and mobile app development for therapeutic applications.

• Software Engineering
• Web Development
• Mobile Technologies
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Dr. Leon Foster is a Researcher at the Centre for Sports Engineering Research (CSER) at Sheffield Hallam University, specializing in performance analysis systems and materials testing. He holds a MEng in Sports Engineering from the University of Bath and a PhD from Sheffield Hallam University (2012), focusing on technology's influence on athletic performance. His work includes developing hardware/software tools for elite athletes and public-use technologies via the EU-funded ProFit project. He manages laboratory equipment, teaches on MSc Sports Engineering and BSc Sports Technology courses, and supervises PhD students. Research focuses include auxetic materials for sports safety (e.g., helmets), athlete performance monitoring, and non-motorized mobility modeling. Collaborations involve Manchester Metropolitan University, TU Delft, and the English Institute of Sport. His expertise spans sports equipment design, biomechanics, and applied computing. He has delivered public lectures on physics in sports and contributed to blogs analyzing athletes like Usain Bolt. Current Projects: EIS Innovation Partnership, Auxetics for Safety Equipment, SETA Horizon 2020 Teaching Modules: Sports Mechanics (module leader), Mechanics of Sports Equipment His lab-developed protocols evaluate protective equipment safety. CSER, led by Dr. David James, is a global leader in sports engineering, partnering with organizations like FIFA and Adidas.

• Sports Engineering
• Performance Analysis Systems
• Materials Testing
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Terrence Noel Keefe is a Senior Lecturer in Information Systems at the School of Computing and Digital Technologies, part of the College of Business, Technology and Engineering at Sheffield Hallam University. He joined the university in 2006, bringing expertise in Technology Enhanced Learning, IT Business Implementation, and Employability. His teaching focuses on postgraduate and undergraduate programs in IT Project Management, Professional Ethics, Business Analysis, and Strategy. Keefe holds an MSc, MA, PGCE, and MBCS qualifications. His research interests span e-government, cyber-ethics, e-learning, and IT professionalism. He previously led the e-learning IT Research and Development team at the University for Industry, managing projects like Mobilearn (mobile learning technologies), Cybrarian (internet engagement strategies), and Time2Learn (workplace e-learning capabilities). His career includes 20 years in the UK Civil Service, where he developed IS consultancy services linking IT to employment policy and organizational change. Keefe’s recent research explores historical perspectives on ICT in government and evaluates e-government service quality. His work emphasizes bridging technical capabilities with ethical and strategic considerations in IT. He actively integrates historical methodologies into his research, as seen in his 2015 conference paper on ICT in government history. Notable projects include leading content development for EU-funded Mobilearn and contributing to collaborative innovation analyses in e-government. He advocates for practical, flexible teaching methods to support working students in postgraduate programs like the MSc IT Management.

• IT Professionalism
• Ethics and Employability
• Business Strategy
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Mahdi Bashiri is an Associate Professor (Research) at Coventry University's Research Centre for Business in Society. His research focuses on sustainable supply chains, decision-making under uncertainty, mathematical modeling, and healthcare management. He is actively involved in interdisciplinary projects addressing resilience in supply chains, AI-driven policy solutions, and energy systems optimization. Projects & Collaborations: Principal investigator/co-investigator in projects like AeroPharma Logistics (2025–2026) and THE BUSINESS CASE FOR A FLEET MANAGER (2023–2024). Examined sustainability risks in Indonesia-UK coffee supply chains (2020). Research Themes: His work integrates mathematical modeling with real-world applications in supply chain resilience, AI policy frameworks, and energy systems. Recent publications emphasize sustainable practices in construction, fashion risk management, and municipal digital transformation. Advisory Role: Accepting PhD students in areas like sustainable supply chain design, healthcare management, and decision-making under uncertainty.

• Sustainable Supply Chain Management
• Decision Making under Uncertainty
• Mathematical Modelling
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Prof. Frederic Fol Leymarie is a Professor in the Department of Computing at Goldsmiths, University of London. He specializes in AI, robotics, and computer graphics, with a focus on creative systems and their applications in art and biosciences. His work includes developing robots capable of artistic skills, interactive platforms like FoldSynth for molecular visualization, and projects like Mutator VR. He co-leads the MSc in Computer Games & Entertainment and teaches advanced topics in graphics and game design. His research spans shape understanding, AI-driven art, and interdisciplinary collaborations with bioscience specialists. Education: PhD in Computer Science from Brown University (2003) Key Projects: Mutator VR (2016–2020): An artistic VR project FoldSynth: Interactive tool for visualizing molecular structures Bioblox: Educational game for protein docking Research Interests: AI creativity, human-robot interaction, computer vision, and art-technology interfaces Prof. Leymarie leads London Geometry , a consulting group applying geometric algorithms to solve complex problems. His work bridges computational methods with artistic and scientific domains, emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Vision
• Robotics
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Dr. Patrick Hartono is a Lecturer in Computational Arts at Goldsmiths, University of London, specializing in electroacoustic composition, audiovisual art, and interactive music systems. He holds a PhD from the University of Melbourne, an MMus from Goldsmiths, and a BMus from CODARTS Rotterdam. His research explores intersections of technology and music, including live coding, creative AI, and human-centered interfaces. Affiliations: Board member of ICMA, Australasia Computer Music Association, and Liquid Architecture. Education: PhD (2024), MMus (2018), BMus (2016), In Vivo Electro Live (2014). Research Interests His work integrates mathematical principles and real-time interactions to create immersive sonic experiences, blending traditional Indonesian elements with digital innovation. Key areas include NIME, generative AI, and HCI. Publications & Awards Notable works include Algorave Music Practice in Indonesia (2023) and Handmate (2022). Awards include the ICMA Audience Award (2017) and WOCMAT Young Composer Prize (2019). Labs & Collaborations Founder of Paguyuban Algorave, fostering live coding communities in Indonesia. Collaborates internationally at festivals like ICMC, ZKM, and Ars Electronica.

• Interactive Computer Music
• New Interfaces for Musical Expression (NIME)
• Creative Machine Learning
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Dr. Ella Cranmer is Senior Lecturer in Information Technology Development and Emerging Technologies Researcher at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School. Her work examines organizational adoption and implementation of immersive technologies across sectors. Research focuses on: Augmented/virtual reality business applications Industry 4.0 implementation frameworks Technology-enhanced customer experiences Digital transformation barriers in SMEs Leadership includes research associateship at the Creative AR VR Hub. Recent projects include Manchester Art Gallery's Google Glass implementation, Geevor Tin Mine Museum VR development, and Heritage Lottery-funded Manchester Jewish Museum AR. Her course leadership earned Business Technology the 'Course of the Year 2022' award. Honors include: IFITT Best PhD Proposal (2016) ITT PhD Student of the Year Runner-Up (2016) MMU 3 Minute Thesis winner (2016) ATHE Institutional Best Student (2013)

• Augmented Reality
• Industry 4.0
• Digital Transformation
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Samantha Clarke is Assistant Professor of Design Futures in the Research Centre for Arts, Memory and Communities at Coventry University. Her research focuses on game-based learning interventions for healthcare education, professional development, and community engagement. Key research areas include: Co-creative game design methodologies Gamification of educational processes Healthcare curriculum development Participatory design frameworks Educational escape rooms Publications emphasize practical applications in healthcare education (4/10), game design pedagogy (3/10), and accessibility (2/10). Current projects investigate gamified stability interventions for children and digital tools for senior mobility. Honors include Gamification Award for Education (2019) and Outstanding Gamification Research Award (2018) for innovative educational approaches.

• Game-Based Learning
• Educational Technology
• Participatory Design
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Dr. Chloe Germaine is Reader and Co-Director of the Manchester Game Centre at Manchester Metropolitan University. Her interdisciplinary research bridges game studies, literature, and climate communication. Key projects include Rooted in Crisis (eco-horror RPG anthology) and STRATEGIES (EU-funded sustainability initiative for game industries). Research explores how games facilitate climate imagination and youth engagement. Supervision focuses on Gothic YA fiction, environmental narratives, and queer representation. Recent publications examine ecological ethics in tabletop gaming and speculative entanglements in children's literature.

• Game Studies
• Environmental Humanities
• Climate Fiction
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Dr. Yung-Fang Chen is a Senior Lecturer in Disaster Management and Emergency Planning at Coventry University's CEES School of The Environment. She specializes in risk communication, emergency training methodologies, and disaster risk reduction pedagogy. Her research focuses on community resilience, post-disaster reconstruction, and serious games for education. She has contributed to projects in Pakistan and Taipei, addressing wildfire risks and school safety through transdisciplinary approaches. Education: MA in Education, Coventry University (2010) Doctorate in Flood Management and Training Simulation, University of Portsmouth (2007) MA and Degree in Political Science, Tunghai University (1995–1999) Research Interests: Her work spans training simulations, disaster risk education, flood management, and urban resilience. She emphasizes e-learning innovations and collaborative tools like participatory mapping and serious games to enhance systems thinking in crisis contexts. Grants & Projects: She co-leads the South Asian wildfire project (2021–2025), analyzing fire risks under climate change. Past roles include External Examiner at the University of Huddersfield and Senior Consultant at Emergency Management & Security Affair Consultants. Labs/Teams: Engaged in transdisciplinary collaborations, notably with the CDMHR research network and international teams on wildfire and urban resilience initiatives.

• Disaster Risk Reduction
• Emergency Planning
• Community Resilience
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Dr. Adib Allahham is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering at Northumbria University. His research focuses on advancing energy systems through innovative control strategies and sustainable technologies. He specializes in microgrid optimization, renewable energy integration, and smart grid development, with a particular emphasis on hydrogen storage, energy storage systems, and decarbonization challenges. His work addresses critical issues such as building-to-building energy trading, grid security, and the transition to net-zero infrastructure. He explores hybrid control systems, predictive algorithms, and the impact of weather on renewable energy outputs. Dr. Allahham collaborates on projects like port electrification and Jordan’s energy regulatory reforms, emphasizing real-world applications of his research.

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Smart Grids
• Microgrid Control
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Dr Natasha Morris is a Lecturer in Islamic Arts and Convenor of the SOAS-Alphawood Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Art, affiliated with the Department of History of Art and Archaeology and the School of Arts at SOAS University of London. Previously, she served as the Myojin-Nadar Project Curator of Middle East Art at the British Museum. She holds a PhD in History of Art from the Courtauld Institute of Art (2020) and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Her research focuses on gender, masculinity, Iranian art history, material culture, and contemporary MENA art, with a particular emphasis on display practices and curation. Her key publications include ‘Haptic Games’: The Display of Qajar Playing Cards in the British Museum (2024), Hudood: rethinking boundaries (2024), and co-authored works such as Reflections: Contemporary Art of the Middle East and North Africa (2020) and Honar: The Afkhami Collection (2017). Her articles and catalogues explore intersections between art history, cultural heritage, and exhibition design. Dr Morris’s academic contributions span teaching, curation, and scholarship, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary approaches in art history and cultural studies.

• Gender and Sexuality
• Masculinity
• Iran
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Professor Nigel Walford is affiliated with Kingston University within the School of Built Environment and Geography , Department of Geography, Geology and the Environment. His career spans decades of GIS research, with a focus on geospatial analysis and demographic trends. BA (Hons) in Geography, University of Sussex (1974-77) PhD, University of London (Wye College) (1981) Chartered Geographer, Royal Geographical Society (2003) Research Interests include: Geodemographics and population ageing Spatial planning and environmental monitoring Historical GIS and agricultural restructuring Urban-rural differentiation 3D cultural heritage visualization Demographic-environmental-socioeconomic classifications Recent publications show trends in: Micro-scale demographic analysis of London (2011-2021) WWII land use impacts on South Downs Age-friendly urban environments GIS education evolution Remote sensing for conservation biology 3D modeling of archaeological sites Scientific Awards : British Academy Senior Research Fellowship (2012) Teaching includes courses in Environmental Science with Hazards and Disasters, Environmental Science, and Geography. His work involves integrating GIS with historical data and ecological studies, supported by grants from ESRC, Scottish Executive, and Nuffield Foundation.

• Geospatial Data Analysis
• Geodemographics
• Population Ageing
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Dr. Jethro Shell is a Senior Lecturer and researcher in Games and Information Systems at De Montfort University's School of Computer Science and Informatics. He is affiliated with the Centre for Computational Intelligence (CCI) and DMU:GAMER, focusing on computational intelligence applications in gaming, healthcare, and human-computer interaction (HCI). Education: MSc (part-time) and PhD in Information Technology at De Montfort University Research Interests: Integrating advanced computational methods like fuzzy logic and transfer learning into gaming, healthcare, and HCI. His work addresses challenges in sparse data environments using frameworks combining fuzzy logic with transductive transfer learning. Projects: Principal Investigator for Horizon2020's 3D-TuneIn (hearing aids and social inclusion) and DMU's INNATE (nocturnal seizure detection). Teaching: Game design, mobile games, fuzzy logic, and AI mechanics Professional Roles: Reviewer for IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems, Sensors, and Computational Intelligence in Games.

• Computational Intelligence
• Fuzzy Logic
• Transfer Learning
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Jenny Cole is a Lecturer in Psychology at Keele University's School of Psychology. Her qualitative research examines body image, weight stigma, and gendered health experiences, with recent work on endometriosis impacts and digital avatar influences. Publications investigate selfie paradoxes in young women, male body image across life stages, and video game character representation. Teaching includes qualitative methods and social psychology courses. Her career spans Staffordshire University, Manchester Metropolitan University (as Digital Education Lead during COVID-19), and Keele University since 2022.

• Body Image
• Weight Stigma
• Gender and Health
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