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Danna GurariView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer Vision
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Accessibility
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Dr. Danna Gurari is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science Department at the University of Colorado Boulder and Founding Director of the Image and Video Computing Group. She specializes in computer vision, human-computer interaction, accessibility, and biomedical data analysis, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Since 2017, she has taught over 400 students in graduate and undergraduate courses while leading a multidisciplinary research team. Her research spans 60+ peer-reviewed articles and has been supported by NSF, CZI, Microsoft, Adobe, and Amazon. She mentors over 30 mentees annually, from undergraduates to postdocs. Her work bridges academia and industry, informed by prior roles at Boulder Imaging and Raytheon. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science from Boston University, postdoctoral fellowship at University of Texas at Austin, and industry experience at Raytheon. Research focuses on visual interpretation for accessibility, biomedical image analysis, privacy preservation, and hybrid human-machine systems. Key lab projects include AI solutions for blind individuals, cancer radiation therapy optimization, and visual privacy tools. Awards: Recognitions at top venues including WACV, CHI, CSCW, and MICCAI. Active in funding and grants, including NSF Explore Access and Google Cloud Education grants. Labs/Teams: Leads the Image and Video Computing Group, collaborating with medical campuses and industry partners. Projects include VizWiz Grand Challenge and disability-first dataset development.

Teresa MaresView profile

Associate Professor

• Latino/a Migration
• Food Security
• Food Sovereignty
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Teresa Mares is Associate Professor of Anthropology at the University of Vermont and Director of the Graduate Program in Food Systems. She holds M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in Sociocultural Anthropology from the University of Washington. Her research focuses on Latino/a migration, food security, and food justice, with particular attention to farmworker communities. Mares' work explores labor conditions in food systems, migrant foodways, and community-based food sovereignty initiatives. Her ethnographic approach examines how food practices sustain cultural identity while navigating structural inequalities. Current projects investigate worker-driven social responsibility in food systems. Publications address food justice, migrant health, and agricultural labor rights. Her book 'Life on the Other Border: Farmworkers and Food Justice in Vermont' examines Latinx dairy workers' experiences. Forthcoming co-authored book 'Will Work for Food' analyzes labor across food systems. Community Engagement: Collaborates with farmworker communities through participatory research methods and public scholarship initiatives.

Kenya C. Dworkin y MéndezView profile

Associate Professor

• Cuban Studies
• Latino Studies
• Sephardic Studies
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Kenya C. Dworkin y Méndez is an Associate Professor of Hispanic Studies at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with a courtesy appointment in the English Department. She holds a Ph.D. in Hispanic Literatures and Linguistics from the University of California, Berkeley, and an M.A. and B.A. in Spanish from the University of Hawaii, Manoa. Her research focuses on Cuban, U.S. Latino, and Sephardic cultural studies, emphasizing transnationalism, community engagement, and historical recovery of marginalized voices. She has authored or co-edited major works like Spanish and Empire , Herencia: The Anthology of U.S. Latino Literature , and En Otra Voz . Current projects include Cuban to the Core , exploring Cuban diaspora in South Florida. Her work bridges academia and community through initiatives like Círculo Juvenil de Cultura, CORITO children’s choir, and leadership roles in the Latin American Cultural Union and Coro Latinoamericano. Awarded the Mark Gelfand Award for Educational Outreach (2011) and multiple Outstanding Role Model recognitions, she also secured grants from the National Endowment for Democracy and Pittsburgh Foundation. Her teaching spans diaspora studies, translation, and cross-cultural analysis, integrating service-learning and community-based research.

Antonia PurkView profile

Research Fellow

• Literary Foodways
• 19th-Century American Literature
• Literature and History
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Dr. Antonia Purk is a Postdoctoral Researcher and Academic Coordinator of the Research Group 'Praxeologies of Truth' at the University of Erfurt's Faculty of Philosophy. She is affiliated with the Department of Literary Studies, focusing on 19th-century American literature, postcolonial studies, and Anglophone Caribbean literature. Her research explores intersections between literary foodways, history, and visual studies, particularly through the lens of Jamaica Kincaid's works. Her academic background includes a completed dissertation on Jamaica Kincaid’s writings of history, leading to her monograph *Jamaica Kincaid's Writings of History. A Poetics of Impermanence* (De Gruyter, 2023). She actively publishes in journals like *Discourse* and *COPAS*, addressing themes such as ekphrasis, historical consciousness, and colonial representations. Purk teaches courses on nature in American poetry, transatlantic identities, and graphic novels. She coordinates the 'Praxeologies of Truth' research group and advises graduate students in literary studies. Her work emphasizes decolonizing historical narratives through literature and visual media.

Paul RuvoloView profile

Professor

• Machine Learning
• Robotics
• Computer Vision
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Dr. Paul Ruvolo is a Professor of Computer Science at Olin College in Needham, MA. His research focuses on developing assistive technologies for people with sensory and motor impairments, leveraging machine learning, robotics, and computer vision. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of California San Diego, and a B.S. in Computer Science from Harvey Mudd College. Key research areas include creating systems that learn through imitation and experience, such as navigation aids for the visually impaired and educational tools for orientation and mobility. He leads projects like Co-Designing Assistive Apps with Students Who Are Blind, emphasizing participatory design. His work integrates Bayesian statistics, numerical optimization, and linear algebra to solve complex sensorimotor tasks. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science and Engineering, UC San Diego M.S., Computer Science and Engineering, UC San Diego B.S., Computer Science, Harvey Mudd College Awards: NSF IGERT Fellowship for 'Learning and Vision in Humans and Machines' Recent publications highlight innovations in AR navigation systems, smartphone-based SLAM for indoor environments, and educational tools for blind users. His work bridges computational methods with real-world accessibility challenges, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and user-centric design. Dr. Ruvolo’s lab, linked at occam.olin.edu , focuses on assistive technologies. He actively contributes to Teach Access and other initiatives promoting inclusive technology education. His research has applications in robotics, healthcare, and educational technology.

Melissa MacAlpinView profile

Assistant Professor

• Book Arts
• Printmaking
• Comics and Zines
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Professor Melissa MacAlpin is an Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Felician University's Art Department, part of the School of Arts & Sciences. She has held this position since Fall 2004. Her academic background includes a Master of Fine Arts in Book Arts/Printmaking from the University of the Arts (2001) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture from Rutgers University (1998). Her research focuses on metaphorical content in objects and shared human experiences through narratives. She explores how stories and objects interconnect, emphasizing their transformation over time. Her creative works are featured in notable collections such as the Newark Public Library, Penn State University's Special Collections, and Duke University's Sallie Bingham Center. MacAlpin teaches a wide range of courses, including introductory graphic design, printmaking, book arts, and women in art. Her publications span from 1997 to 2011, showcasing experimental techniques like inkjet printing, screen-printing, and Heidelberg press work, often blending personal anecdotes with broader cultural themes. Her artistic practice bridges fine art and design, with a focus on zines, comics, and narrative-driven projects that interrogate societal norms and personal identity. While no formal awards are listed, her works reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary storytelling and material experimentation.

• Polish Poetry
• Translation Studies
• Judaic Literary Traditions
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Dr. Oskar Meller is a PhD student and assistant at the Department of the History of Polish Literature after 1918 at the University of Wrocław. His academic work focuses on Polish poetry of the 20th and 21st centuries, translation studies of American poetry, and the migration of Judaic traditions in diaspora literature. He is supervised by Prof. Magdalena Jonca and Dr. Paweł Mackiewicz, currently finalizing his doctoral dissertation on Tomasz Pułka’s poetic language. Education: Specialist in literary criticism from the University of Wrocław, with an MA thesis analyzing Emil Zegadłowicz’s Nightmares . Publications include articles in Czasopismo ZNiO and Poznańskie Studia Polonistyczne . As a literary critic, he reviews contemporary poetry and 20th-century European prose for journals like Kwartalnik Artykułowy and runs the Re-wizje series in Wizje magazine, covering poetry premieres. His research explores deconstruction of literary traditions, posthumanism in graphic narratives, and linguistic innovation in modern poetry. He contributes to interdisciplinary dialogues between philology, philosophy, and cultural studies.

Hailey AustinView profile

Lecturer

• Comics Studies
• Video Game Design
• Creative Industries
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Dr. Hailey Austin is a Lecturer in Visual Media and Culture at Abertay University's Department of Games and Arts, part of the Faculty of Design, Informatics and Business. Her research focuses on comics, video games, and transnational creative industries, with particular emphasis on gender representation and cultural exchange between China and the UK. She holds a PhD in English from the University of Dundee (2021) and has conducted extensive research through projects like the InGAME International initiative. Education: B.A. English & Spanish (Creighton University, 2016); M.Litt Comics & Graphic Novels (University of Dundee, 2017); PhD English (University of Dundee, 2021). Research Interests: Comics studies, feminist media analysis, transmedia storytelling, digital humanities, and the global game development industry. She has authored over 30 publications including peer-reviewed articles, conference proceedings, and creative works like comic-based research outputs. Awards: 2022 Scottish Funding Council People's Choice Award for Public Engagement; 2017 Grant Morrison Prize for Comics Studies. Grants: Secured £10k+ in funding from AHRC, SGSAH, SFC, and other bodies. Current roles include Co-Investigator on InGAME International (until Jan 2024) and editorial work for journals like Journal of Gaming & Virtual Worlds . Creative Work: Author of educational comics for film noir courses, public information campaigns, and scripts for DC Thomson titles (e.g., Commando ). Her PhD research produced a series of comics analyzing anthropomorphic bodies in genre works.

• Computer Vision in Medical Imaging
• Machine Learning
• Medical Imaging Segmentation
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Dr. Antonio Ortiz is a Researcher at the University of Bonn, affiliated with the Life and Medical Sciences Institute (LIMES) and the IRU Mathematics and Life Sciences group. He works under the supervision of Professors Alexander Effland and Jan Hasenauer. His research focuses on Computer Vision in Medical Imaging and Machine Learning applications. He holds a Ph.D. in Electric and Electronics Engineering from Cinvestav, Mexico (2023), a Master's in Computer Science from Cicese, Mexico (2019), and a Bachelor's in Mechatronic Engineering (2017). His research integrates Bayesian methods, deep learning, and optical flow techniques for cardiac MRI segmentation, visual-inertial SLAM systems, and 3D shape measurement. Recent work emphasizes adaptive algorithms for medical imaging and robotics applications. Publications span medical imaging, robotics, and materials science, with a focus on algorithmic innovation and interdisciplinary applications. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, but his work demonstrates strong academic contributions. His advising activities and grants are not detailed in the provided text. He collaborates within the Effland Lab and IRT Mathematics and Life Sciences team.

• Cultural Studies
• Communication Sciences
• New Media
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Prof. Nazife Güngör is a prominent academic at Üsküdar University's Faculty of Communication, Department of Media and Cultural Studies. She holds the rank of Professor and currently serves as Rector (2023–present). Her academic journey began at Ankara University, where she earned degrees in Journalism, Communication, and a PhD in Communication (1986–1996). Her research focuses on cultural studies, communication sciences, new media, digital literacy, and neuromarketing. Notable works include studies on pandemic impacts on e-commerce, cultural integration of Turkish migrants in Germany, and subcultural analysis of street movements like the 'counter league.' Prof. Güngör has supervised over 20 graduate theses and authored/co-authored books on communication theory, media literacy, and cultural critique. She has organized major international conferences like the 10th International Communication Days and holds editorial roles in multiple journals. Her administrative roles include Dean of the Faculty of Communication (2018–2023) and head of research centers like İLİMER. Awards include jury memberships in prestigious competitions like the Sedat Simavi Awards. Her work bridges theoretical communication studies with applied research in digital transformation, crisis communication, and cultural anthropology.

• Eye Tracking Methodology
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Computer Graphics
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Andrew T. Duchowski is a Professor at Clemson University, specializing in Eye Tracking Methodology, Human-Computer Interaction, and Computer Graphics. His work spans over two decades with significant contributions to gaze-based interaction systems, foveated rendering, and cognitive load measurement. He authored three editions of the influential textbook Eye Tracking Methodology (Springer, 2003/2007/2017). Duchowski's research integrates eye movement analysis with applications in virtual reality, medical imaging (e.g., colonography viewers), and aviation safety. He actively collaborates with institutions globally and serves on editorial boards for journals like Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction . His recent projects include developing real-time gaze analytics pipelines and exploring entropy-based metrics for visual attention analysis. Publications (selected 15 recent): Focus on advancing gaze interaction in immersive environments, optimizing 3D visualization, and measuring cognitive load through pupillary activity and microsaccades. Key co-authors include Krzysztof Krejtz, Matias Volonte, and Donald House.

• Co-design
• Healthcare Design
• Data Visualization
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Ian Gwilt is a Research Professor in the Department of Design at UniSA Creative, University of South Australia. His work focuses on co-design methodologies, healthcare innovation, data visualization, and museum experience design. He has authored/co-authored numerous articles on topics such as human-robot interaction, sustainable energy practices, and participatory exhibition development. His research emphasizes translating complex data into tangible experiences and fostering stakeholder collaboration in complex systems. Affiliations: UniSA Creative (Faculty/School) Department of Design MOD. (Museum of Discovery) Australian Research Centre for Interactive and Virtual Environments (IVE) Research Interests: Gwilt’s primary areas include co-design frameworks for healthcare systems, data physicalization, museum visitor engagement, and the application of visual communication in interdisciplinary research. He explores how design thinking can address challenges in sustainability, chronic disease management, and human-technology interaction. Key Contributions: Developed protocols for wearable activity trackers in hospital settings through co-design. Authored influential work on graphical signage to reduce anxiety in human-robot collaboration. Co-created the “data souvenir” concept to bridge physical and digital museum experiences. Received the International Federation of Hospital Engineering Building Award 2018 for healthcare architecture analysis. Grants & Projects: His work is supported by grants such as the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). Projects include developing patient experience toolkits and exploring midwifery practices through co-design. Labs/Teams: Active in MOD. (Museum of Discovery) and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in healthcare, architecture, and digital innovation.

• Twentieth-Century American Literature
• Ethnic American Literature
• African American Literature
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Katharine Capshaw is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Connecticut. Her academic work focuses on Twentieth-Century American Literature, African American Literature, Children's Literature, Graphic Novels, and Visual Culture. She explores intersections of race, childhood, and visual media in literary contexts. Specialties include Ethnic American Literature and Critical Theory Her research examines how marginalized communities represent themselves in youth media across historical periods Recent publications analyze Black Arts Movement photography, Civil Rights graphic narratives, and transnational youth literature Capshaw's scholarly output reveals consistent engagement with: Graphic storytelling as historical archive Racial identity in children's media Intersections of visual culture and social justice Comparative analysis of multiethnic youth literature Memory studies in picture books and periodicals Political dimensions of children's reading practices

• Computer Vision
• Biologically Motivated Vision
• Robot Vision Systems
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Paul Siebert is a Reader in Computing Science at the University of Glasgow, specializing in computer vision and robotics. He leads the Computer Vision and Graphics research group and teaches Digital Image Processing and Computer Systems. His research focuses on 3D vision systems, biologically inspired vision, and cognitive robot vision, with applications in clinical and media domains. He has pioneered commercial 3D surface scanning technology and collaborated with clinical groups such as Glasgow Dental School. Affiliations: University of Glasgow (Computing Science Department) Roles: Reader, Group Leader (Computer Vision and Graphics) Research interests include active binocular robot vision, 2D/3D sensing, and visual perception for robotics. Notable projects include work on driver attention monitoring, virtual character creation, and clinical anatomical imaging. Siebert previously directed the 3D-MATIC Faraday Partnership and served as Chief Executive of the Turing Institute, developing commercial vision systems. Publications span over 140 works, emphasizing applications like rain removal algorithms, continual learning in robotics, and foveated imaging. His work integrates deep learning, biological vision models, and real-world robotics challenges. Awards and recognitions are not explicitly listed, but his contributions to 3D vision commercialization and robotics research highlight significant impact in the field.

Ali Mahdavi-AmiriView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer Graphics
• Geometric Modeling
• Deep Learning
• +3 more

Ali Mahdavi-Amiri is an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice and serves as Program Chair and Director of the Professional Computer Science program at the School of Computing Science, Simon Fraser University. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Calgary and an MSc from Sharif University of Technology. His research focuses on deep geometry processing, computational fabrication, geometric modeling, and computer graphics. Teaching interests include visual computing, artificial intelligence, and computer graphics. He currently teaches courses such as CMPT 742 (Visual Computing Lab I) and CMPT 894 (Directed Reading) in the 2025 academic sessions. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. His professional activities include leadership roles in curriculum development and program direction within the School of Computing Science.