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Ben KrupkaView profile

Professor

• Ceramics
• Sculpture
• Design
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Ben Krupka is Professor of Ceramics at Bard College at Simon's Rock with an MFA from Utah State University and BFA from Frostburg State University. His affiliations include residencies at the Archie Bray Foundation (2003-2005, 2012) and visiting faculty positions at Chulalongkorn University and King Mongkut’s University of Technology in Bangkok. Research spans functional/sculptural ceramics, wood-fired techniques, mold making, and kiln construction. His interdisciplinary work extends to furniture design, green architecture, and collaborative sculpture projects with natural elements. Honors include exhibitions in over 150 national venues, features in Ceramics Monthly, Clay Times, and Ceramics Art & Perception, and inclusion in scholarly publications like 500 Teapots and 500 Pitchers .

• Video Art
• Installation Art
• Social Engagement
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Melanie Crean is an Associate Professor of Art, Media and Technology at Parsons School of Design (The New School). Her practice bridges video, performance, and emerging technologies to explore social justice themes through mythological frameworks. She collaborates with communities in post-industrial regions to reimagine civic systems through participatory worldbuilding. Education: MFA, School of Visual Arts, Computer Art BA, Brown University, Art Semiotics Research Focus: Investigates how history is recorded through contested sites (archives, built environments, bodies). Specializes in experimental narratives that challenge cultural archetypes like the 'unruly woman' and 'American exceptionalism'. Recent Work: Recent projects include A Machine to Unmake You (2024, FACT Liverpool) and No Such Place as America (2022, MWPA). Her work emphasizes design futuring and storytelling as political acts. Awards: 2024 KODA residency 2021 NYFA Artist Fellowship 2016 Creative Capital Award Teaching: Current courses include Practice Studio 2 (Spring 2026) and Thesis Studio 1 (Fall 2025). Previously taught Core Studio Systems and Major Studio 1 at graduate level.

Aernout MikView profile

Professor

• Video Installation Art
• Sculpture
• Performance Art
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Aernout Mik is a Professor of Sculpture and Vice-Rector at Kunstakademie Münster. His work focuses on video installations exploring social order, chaos, and spatial dynamics through immersive multi-screen projections. Born in 1962, he has exhibited globally including major biennales like Venice, Sao Paulo, and Gwangju. His practice merges sculpture with performance, interrogating collective identity through neutral observation of human groups. Exhibitions: MoMA New York, Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, Haus der Kulturen der Welt Berlin Represented Netherlands at 2007 Venice Biennale Teaching emphasizes spatial experimentation across private/public domains, media, and political contexts. The class prioritizes collaborative projects and interdisciplinary approaches to sculpture as expanded spatial practice. Key works like Double blind (2018) and 5 days 2 zones (2016) exemplify his exploration of human behavior in constructed environments. His installations create disorienting sensory experiences that blur documentary and fictional narratives.

Tao ChenView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Mixed Media Expressionism
• Interactive Screen-Based Media
• Contemporary Publication Design
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Tao Chen is an Associate Professor in the Art and Art History Department at Eastern Connecticut State University. His work bridges digital technology and visual communication, with a focus on interdisciplinary screen-based media, digital mixed media expressionism, and contemporary publication design. He holds a B.E. from Beijing Institute of Graphic Communications and an M.F.A. from Louisiana Tech University. Professor Chen’s research explores cultural and environmental themes through multimedia installations, motion graphics, and collaborative projects. Notable works include the Book of IROKO publication and the multimedia video, addressing ecological preservation and indigenous traditions. His When Night Flows motion graphic was showcased alongside musical performances. He has exhibited in over 40 juried exhibitions, including the 2018 National Juried Art Show and the Cooperstown Art Association’s annual exhibition. His professional design work includes clients like Comcast and Air China. Chen has been awarded five Connecticut State University faculty research grants. As an educator, he emphasizes hands-on learning, integrating real-world projects with local nonprofits such as the Willimantic Food Co-op. His teaching spans graphic design, web design, and motion graphics, fostering student creativity and professional readiness.

Muhannad T. SuleimanView profile

Professor

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Sustainable Infrastructure
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Dr. Muhannad T. Suleiman is a Professor of Geotechnical Engineering at Lehigh University's College of Engineering and Applied Science. He leads the National Offshore Wind Energy Testing and Hybrid Simulation Facility funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. His research focuses on sustainable infrastructure, geothermal energy systems, and bio-inspired soil improvement technologies. He holds the P.C. Rossin Assistant Professorship and the Shamsher Prakash Teaching Prize. Education: Ph.D. (Geotechnical Engineering, Iowa State University), M.S. & B.S. (Civil Engineering, Jordan University of Science and Technology). Research Interests: Soil-structure interaction for offshore wind turbines, thermoactive geotechnical systems, microbial-induced carbonate precipitation for soil stabilization, and wireless subsurface sensing networks. His work integrates geotechnical engineering with renewable energy applications and disaster-resilient infrastructure design. Grants & Recognition: Over $12M in DOE funding, NSF grants, and Qatar National Research Fund support. His research group developed patented ground-improvement technologies and wireless sensing systems for subsurface monitoring. Teaching & Service: Teaches advanced geotechnical courses including Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering. Serves as Chair of ASCE's Deep Foundations Committee and editorial board member of Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering . Active in national committees like TRB Foundations of Bridges and the Deep Foundation Institute. Labs & Facilities: Directs testing at Lehigh's ATLSS Center, utilizing large-scale soil boxes and advanced instrumentation for full-scale geotechnical experimentation.

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.

• Digital Storytelling
• Creative Writing Pedagogy
• Publishing Industry Studies
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Dr. David Devanny is an Associate Professor and Acting Head of Subject for Writing and Journalism at Falmouth University. He holds a PhD in Digital Literatures & Poetry Publishing (2019) and specializes in digital storytelling, creative writing pedagogy, and contemporary poetry. His research explores intersections of technology, publishing, and Gothic studies. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and has organized conferences such as Dark Economies and Haunted Landscapes . Education: BA (Hons) English Literature & Creative Writing (Warwick, 2010); MA Writing (Sheffield Hallam, 2012); PhD Digital Literatures (Falmouth, 2019) Research focuses on VR, AI, and digital education. Notable achievements include the New Media Writing Prize (2013) and exhibitions at venues like the Hatton Gallery and Terre Verte Gallery. He co-directs the Grammarsow Residency and serves as a trustee of the Charles Causley Trust. Teaches on Creative Writing, English, and Journalism programs. Supervises four PhD students in digital storytelling and Gothic studies. Active in literary communities through residencies and collaborative installations.

Gaston WelischView profile

Researcher

• AI Ethics
• Creative Technologies
• Design Theory
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Gaston Welisch is a Researcher and PhD candidate affiliated with the Glasgow School of Art, specializing in interdisciplinary creative practices at the intersection of AI, design, and societal engagement. His current research, titled 'AI Oracles and Creative Practices,' critically examines AI's ethical and social impacts through design interventions. He holds a Master’s degree from the Glasgow School of Art, with prior education at ENSCI Les Ateliers (Paris) and Aalto University (Finland). His work spans projects like The Data Poets , which blends citizen science with playful urban exploration, and First in Human , a collaboration with Glasgow University investigating cancer trial dynamics. Key affiliations include Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow University’s Institute of Cancer Sciences, and collaborative projects with institutions like Highlands and Islands Enterprise. His creative outputs include interactive installations, generative art, and limited-edition photography books like Car Wash Poems . Gaston’s research emphasizes transdisciplinary dialogue, prioritizing accessible narratives about complex technologies through design and participatory methods. Recent publications focus on AI ethics, patient involvement in medical research, and speculative future scenarios. He has exhibited work at the Design Biennale of St-Etienne and contributed to initiatives like the Glasgow Architecture Fringe. His practice bridges academic research with hands-on creative production, advocating for AI as a tool requiring critical mediation between humans and machines.

Susan BarnetView profile

Lecturer

• Contemporary Art
• Performance Art
• Installation Art
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Dr. Susan Barnet is the Course Leader for Fine Art at the University of Suffolk, School of Technology, Business and Arts. Her work spans multiple media, including drawing, performance, and installation, focusing on personal histories within broader political discourses. She holds an MFA from the California Institute of the Arts and a PhD from Kingston University. Teaching responsibilities include Studio Practice, Extended Practice, Research and Context, and Critical Perspectives. Her research collaborations include radical reThink , a cross-college initiative at UAL that challenges market-driven education models through international symposia and community-building. Key projects include reinterpreting the Mass Observation movement through archives and performance, resulting in exhibitions at Five Years (London) and publications like The Everyday Press . Her work explores overlooked aspects of daily life, blending art, text, and social critique.

Dan HopkinsView profile

Assistant Professor

• Media Production
• Film Production
• Sound Design
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Dan Hopkins is an Assistant Professor in Media Production and Course Director for BA (Hons) Media Production at Coventry University's School of Media and Performing Arts . His work bridges academic leadership with creative practice in film and sound art. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Specializes in Media/Film Industry Dynamics and Professional Practice Teaching focus: Grammar of Storytelling, Moving Image Experimentation With a background in Short Filmmaking and Sound Design for Film , his creative practice includes experimental films shown at global festivals like Australian Experimental Film Festival and Edinburgh International Film Festival . His recent works explore Movement #6 (2020) and Power (2018) as part of the Biomimicry exhibition. Key awards include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy . His 15 most recent works span 2020-2012 , covering short films, music videos, and sound installations, reflecting trends in Experimental Media , Audio-Visual Art , and Global Film Distribution .

Heizo SchulzeView profile

Professor

• Film Studies
• Media Design
• Visual Communication
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Prof. Heizo Schulze is a faculty member at the Ostwestfalen-Lippe University of Applied Sciences in the Audiovisual Media Design department. His work focuses on film sets, visual motifs, and media design , exemplified by his project setscene , a compendium of film sets developed to aid directors, cameramen, and media scholars in location selection and thematic analysis. He brings expertise in interactive media, installations, and iOS app development , alongside an academic background in design for electronic media and professional experience as a freelance designer. His contributions include insights into the modular expansion of setscene , presented at events like the November 2014 ZIS symposium on Campus Mainz. His career spans roles at the Institute for Media Research (Braunschweig University of Fine Arts) and the Lower Saxony Learning Lab (Hanover) . No scientific awards or part-time status are documented.

Marc TrotereauView profile

Lecturer

• Industrial Design
• Product Design
• Furniture Design
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Marc Trotereau is a Lecturer in Industrial Design at the University of Plymouth's School of Art, Design and Architecture, part of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business. He holds a Master's degree from the Royal College of Art (RCA) in London, following earlier studies in France at The School of Fine Art in Reims and the Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. His practice spans furniture design, object creation, and site-specific artworks, with a focus on how design interacts with public spaces and human behavior. Education: Bachelor studies: The School of Fine Art, Reims (3 years) Product & Furniture Design: Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs, Paris (2 years) Masters in Product Design: Royal College of Art, London (2007–2009) Research Interests: Trotereau explores the intersection of urban environments and design, emphasizing the role of public spaces in shaping interactions. His work investigates how objects and designs can provoke user engagement through functionality and aesthetics. He prioritizes both mass-produced furniture and bespoke, site-specific installations that respond to environmental contexts. Grants & Awards: No scientific awards or grants explicitly mentioned. Advising & Collaborations: Currently mentoring no listed students, but collaborates with colleagues via his East London studio near the Olympic complex, where he develops furniture prototypes and experimental projects. Labs/Teams: Runs a personal studio/workshop in London's East End, focused on prototyping, research, and collaborative design initiatives.

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.

Juliette BlightmanView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Contemporary Art
• Feminist Art Theory
• Art in Domestic Spaces
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Juliette Blightman is a Senior Lecturer at Camberwell College of Arts, part of the University of the Arts London. Her practice integrates painting, performance, and installation, emphasizing juxtaposition, time-based processes, and feminist critique. She holds a PhD by Practice examining art-making in domestic spaces, re-evaluating feminist methodologies across twentieth-century to contemporary works. Her research explores alternative systems beyond commercial art, addressing caregiving and financial constraints. Notable exhibitions include Kölnischer Kunstverein (Cologne), Kunsthalle Bern (Bern), and the Irish Museum of Modern Art (Dublin). Recent works include Resilience (2024) and Feux d'artifice / Burnout (2023), featuring interdisciplinary collaborations and site-specific interventions. Blightman’s work is featured in catalogs like (Ta)Rot Tarot (2021) and publications such as Frieze . Her research themes include material experimentation, temporal aesthetics, and feminist re-evaluation of art histories. She frequently collaborates with institutions like Lafayette Anticipations (Paris) and O-Town House (Los Angeles). Her academic role involves mentoring students in fine art painting, emphasizing process-driven and interdisciplinary practices.

• Animation
• Graphic Design
• Visual Arts
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Basil Vogt is a Part-Time Lecturer at the Lucerne School of Design, Film and Art's Art Foundation Course, affiliated with Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. He teaches image sequence and animation, specializing in bridging theoretical and practical aspects of visual arts. Vogt holds qualifications from the Sozialpädagogisches Seminar 'Schlössli Ins' and the School of Design in Lucerne's Graphic Design program. His professional work includes operating Atelier Basil Vogt, a Zurich-based animation studio since 1990, producing award-winning short animated films and interactive art installations. Notable works include animation kits like 'Kino Xenix Baubogen' and children's illustrated stories like 'Babette ... und wo ist Flick'. He also creates site-specific motion art for museums and exhibitions. Research focuses on animation techniques, visual storytelling, and integrating hands-on learning in art education. His publications explore historical animation devices and experimental visual formats. Collaborations with cultural institutions highlight his expertise in blending art with pedagogy and interactive design.