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Eloise CalandreView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Photography
• Digital Mixed Reality
• Performance Art
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Eloise Calandre is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Brighton’s School of Art and Media, affiliated with the Centre for Arts and Wellbeing and the Photography Research Excellence Group. She specializes in teaching Fine Art and Fashion Communication, emphasizing inclusive pedagogies and curriculum development. Her academic career includes a Higher Education Academy Fellowship (2015). Eloise holds a BA (Hons) Fine Art from the University of Leeds (1998), an MA in Photography from the Royal College of Art (2001), and an MA in Computer Games Art & Design from Goldsmiths, University of London (2018). Her research explores the interplay between photography, performance, and digital mixed reality, focusing on themes like female experience, materiality, light/shadow dynamics, and virtuality. Key exhibitions include Ambient Occlusion (2024) and Real Time (2020), while her publications include contributions to Brow: No.1. Process (2023). She has also engaged in artist residencies, including House Projects (2007) and the Cite Internationale des Arts in Paris (2001). Awards include her Higher Education Academy Fellowship. Her work often involves collaborative projects, such as performances with Harold Offeh, and explores intersections of technology, body, and space through exhibitions, installations, and publications.

David MandlView profile

Researcher

• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Diminished Reality
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David Mandl is a PhD researcher at the Institute of Computer Graphics and Algorithms (ICG) at Graz University of Technology. He is a member of Team Plopski, focusing on 3D registration methods, shape deformation, and applications in Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR). His work includes projects like droneSpace and research on diminished reality, scene retargeting, and SLAM-based systems. Education: MSc in Computer Science (2016), Graz University of Technology Research Interests: David’s research spans Diminished Reality on mobile devices, retargeting of animations for AR, registration in SLAM systems, and shape deformation techniques. His contributions bridge computer vision and interactive systems, with applications in real-time rendering and mixed reality environments. Publications Trends: His work emphasizes cutting-edge techniques in AR/VR, including neural rendering (e.g., Neural Bokeh) and light probe learning for mixed reality illumination. Recent contributions also address video tutorial retargeting for AR applications. Labs/Teams: Active in the ICG’s Virtual Reality and Medical Image Processing research groups, contributing to projects like droneSpace and collaborative efforts with industry partners.

• Computer Science
• Mixed Reality
• Computer Graphics
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Christoph Ebner is a researcher at the Institute of Visual Computing at Graz University of Technology. His work focuses on mixed reality systems, 3D visualization, and novel display technologies. Research Interests Extended reality (XR) display systems Focus cues and depth perception Neural rendering techniques Medical visualization applications Gaze-contingent display optimization Hybrid direct-view/near-eye systems Selected Publications Recent work includes advancements in light field displays for extended reality (2023-2024), layered display systems with focus cues, and neural camera modeling for coherent rendering. Contact Email: christoph.ebner@tugraz.at

• Computer Science
• Telecommunications
• Virtual Reality
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Jakov Cakareski is an Associate Professor in the Informatics Department at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). His research focuses on immersive technologies, telecommunications, and video streaming optimization. He has led multiple National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded projects including 'miVirtualSeat' for semantic-aware immersive meetings, 'ICE-T' for millimeter wave-based mobile VR, and studies on childhood adversity in the insular cortex. His work integrates machine learning, edge computing, and network architecture design to enhance virtual/augmented reality experiences. Key Projects: ICE-T: Millimeter Wave & Edge Computing for Mobile VR miVirtualSeat: Semantics-Aware Immersive Communication Future VR/AR Network Teleportation Workshop Dr. Cakareski has published over 190 peer-reviewed articles with a strong focus on video streaming optimization (e.g., BONES neural-enhanced streaming), mmWave wireless systems, and 360-degree video technologies. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementation in emerging technologies like the Metaverse and AR/VR ecosystems. Funding: 10+ active NSF grants totaling $10M+ since 2015

Margit MakóView profile

Lecturer

• Electronics Engineering
• Embedded Systems
• Circuit Design
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Margit Makó is a Lecturer at Óbuda University, affiliated with the BUDAi Road Campus (8000 Székesfehérvár, Budai út 45). Her research focuses on electronics engineering, embedded systems, and circuit design, with a particular emphasis on Field-Programmable Analog Arrays (FPAA), control systems, and educational technology. She has published extensively on topics including analog circuit robustness, sensorless motor control, and hybrid feedback circuits. Her work often bridges theoretical concepts with practical applications, such as developing educational measurement laboratories and optimizing pneumatic cylinder control systems. Recent contributions include innovative FPAA-based solutions for circuit testers and hybrid systems. While her primary expertise lies in electronics, she has also explored interdisciplinary areas like mathematical modeling of germination kinetics and comparative pedagogy analysis between Hungary and France. Makó’s articles reflect a strong trend toward real-time systems, fault-tolerant design, and reconfigurable hardware. Her research highlights the integration of microcontrollers with FPAA for enhanced system performance. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. Consultation hours are held weekly on Mondays from 10:40 to 11:25 in Room 24 of Building K at the BUDAi Campus. She can be reached at mako.margit@amk.uni-obuda.hu for academic inquiries.

Vladimir VantsevichView profile

Professor

• Autonomous vehicles
• Vehicle system modeling and simulation
• Engineering design
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Vladimir Vantsevich is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), where he serves as co-Director and Principal Investigator of the Autonomous Vehicle Mobility Institute (AVMI). Prior to joining WPI in 2022, he was a professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Lawrence Technological University in Michigan. Before that, he was a professor at Belarusian National Technical University. Dr. Vantsevich earned his Sc.D. and Ph.D. in Automobile and Tractor Engineering from Belarusian National Technical University, and his Dip.-Eng. Summa Cum Laude in Mechanical Engineering with a major in Automobile and Tractor Engineering from Belarusian Polytechnic Institute. His research focuses on vehicle mechanical and intelligent mechatronic multi-physics systems, system modeling, design and control. He specializes in autonomous ground vehicles, with emphasis on wheel power distribution optimization to enhance terrain mobility, maneuverability, and energy efficiency. His work has applications across land, sea, air, and space autonomous vehicle technologies. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in tire-terrain interaction modeling, single-wheel module control systems, and virtual driveline control design for electric vehicles. ASME Fellow AVT Panel Excellence Award (2020) Forest R. McFarland Award (2020) Thar Energy Design Award (2017) Hyundai Distinguished Lecturer Award (2016) Dr. Vantsevich serves as the Founding Editor-in-Chief of the ASME Journal of Autonomous Vehicles and Systems, and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Terramechanics. He is the IFToMM TC Chair for Transportation Machinery Tech Committee and previously served as Chair of the ASME Vehicle Design Committee. His research has been funded by the U.S. Army, NASA, Department of Energy, and industry partners. At WPI, Dr. Vantsevich co-directs the Autonomous Vehicle Mobility Institute (AVMI), which focuses on off-road autonomous vehicles for rough terrain applications. The institute has secured significant funding, including a $2 million award from the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative to build a specialized research lab.

Hebba HaddadView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Environmental Psychology
• Transportation Studies
• Climate Change Communication
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Dr. Hebba Haddad is a Senior Lecturer in Environmental Psychology at the University of East London (UEL), based in the School of Childhood and Social Care's Department of Psychology & Human Development. Her research focuses on psychological and social dimensions of transport, wellbeing, and environmental sustainability. She holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Exeter, supported by an ESRC CASE studentship with the Met Office, and has held postdoctoral positions at Imperial and King's College London. Her work integrates mixed methods to explore climate change communication, risk perception, and sustainable urban systems. She leads environmental psychology modules for UEL’s BSc and MSc Psychology programs, emphasizing innovative teaching methods like virtual reality (VR) and applied improv. Key collaborations include the Sustainability Research Institute (SRI) at UEL and the Centre for Transport & Society (CTS) at the University of the West of England. Research interests span environmental psychology, transport policy, public health, and inclusive disaster risk reduction. Recent projects include studies on Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and participatory flood evacuation models with schoolchildren. She is a member of the International Association of People-Environment Studies (IAPS) and Women in Transport. Teaching responsibilities include modules on environmental psychology and sustainability, while her advisory roles focus on policy integration for net-zero targets in small businesses.

George CaridakisView profile

Associate Professor

• Cultural Informatics
• Digital Culture
• HCI
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Associate Professor George Caridakis holds a faculty position at the Department of Cultural Technology and Communication, University of the Aegean, where he founded the Intelligent Interaction Research Group (ii.aegean.gr). He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Athena Research Center (Athena RC) and a Senior Researcher at the National Technical University of Athens' Intelligent Systems, Content and Interaction Laboratory. His research spans Cultural Informatics, AI-driven Interaction, IoT, Mixed Reality, and Semantic Web technologies, with over 75 publications and an h-index of 20. Caridakis has led or contributed to over 20 European/National projects, focusing on cultural heritage preservation, digital twin technologies, and AI applications in education and tourism. He actively supervises graduate theses and teaches at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. His work emphasizes participatory methods, context-aware systems, and cross-disciplinary collaboration in cultural spaces. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text, but his academic trajectory is evident through his roles and projects. Research interests include affective computing, embodied interaction, and heritage digitization. His methodologies often integrate semantic technologies and IoT to solve challenges in cultural preservation and visitor experience optimization. Recent work explores large language models (LLMs) for museum recommendations and robotics in education. Publications reflect a strong focus on cultural heritage management (e.g., digital twins, crowdsourcing, AR), user-centric design (recommender systems, sentiment analysis), and smart systems (IoT in heritage spaces). His projects like CAnTi and CHEKG demonstrate innovation in collaborative methodologies and modular knowledge graphs. Caridakis has served as a journal/conference reviewer and evaluator for funding bodies, contributing to the advancement of interdisciplinary research standards. He leads the OpenLab for Cultural Heritage Conservation, integrating VR/AR for site preservation. Collaborations span academia and industry, emphasizing applied research with practical societal impact. Current initiatives include advancing accessibility through regional digital infrastructures and enhancing citizen engagement via participatory frameworks.

• Computer Vision
• Robotics
• Mixed Reality
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Zuria Bauer is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at ETH Zürich. Her research focuses on advancing computer vision, robotics, and mixed reality technologies with applications in human-robot interaction, scene understanding, and assistive technologies. Key areas include monocular depth estimation, 3D scene reconstruction, and neural rendering techniques. Her work integrates theoretical advancements with practical implementations, such as enhancing robotic perception systems for real-world environments and developing intuitive mixed reality interfaces. Bauer has contributed to datasets like UASOL and frameworks like MaRINeR, which address challenges in novel view synthesis and object manipulation. Research trends in her articles emphasize cross-disciplinary approaches, combining deep learning with robotics to solve problems in healthcare accessibility (e.g., COMBAHO system) and environmental perception for autonomous systems. She explores both hardware-software co-design (e.g., low-cost wearable sensors) and algorithmic innovations (e.g., NeRF-based augmentation). While no formal awards are listed, her publications reflect sustained contributions to advancing perception technologies across dynamic scenes, robotic interaction, and assistive applications.

Ge GaoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer-supported cooperative work (CSCW)
• Computer-mediated communication (CMC)
• Human-centered computing (HCC)
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Ge Gao is an Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland's College of Information (INFO College). Her research focuses on the intersection of technology use and diversity in teamwork, employing mixed methods to design tools that enhance team communication and collaboration across contexts. She is available to advise PhD students and can be reached at gegao@umd.edu or via phone at 301-405-9518 in Hornbake Building (South Wing), Room 2123-A. Education: PhD in Communication from Cornell University (2017) MS in Psychology from Peking University (2010) BS in Psychology from Peking University (2007) Research Interests: Ge Gao's work centers on computer-supported cooperative work (CSCW), computer-mediated communication (CMC), human-centered computing (HCC), and multilingual/intercultural communication. She investigates how technology bridges linguistic and cultural divides in collaborative environments. Article Trends: Her recent publications (2025-2011) reveal a consistent focus on human-AI interaction, virtual reality social dynamics, multilingual collaboration tools, and the ethical implications of technology in professional and healthcare settings. Projects like "NatSGLD" and "CheXplain" highlight her contributions to robotics and medical AI transparency.

Arian JalaeefarView profile

Researcher

• Digital Media Technologies
• Computer Vision
• Mixed Reality
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Arian Jalaeefar was a former employee in the Department of Media & Digital Technologies at St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences. His work focused on projects such as FIVE (Image Verification), Mixed Reality applications in industry, and immersive media technologies. He holds a Master's degree (2015–2018) and a Bachelor's degree (2012–2015) in Digital Media Technologies and Media Technology from the same institution. Research interests include digital media technologies, computer vision, and mixed reality systems. He contributed to initiatives like the ReMoCap Lab and Souvenir Photography 4.0, exploring advancements in media capture and visualization. His projects often bridge theoretical concepts with practical industry applications. He was part of research groups involved in media innovation, including the Immersive Media Lab and collaborations on industry-oriented mixed reality solutions. No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided information.

• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Haptics
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Mohammad Ghazanfari is a PreDoc Researcher at Vienna University of Technology (Vienna UT), affiliated with the School of Informatics. His work focuses on virtual and augmented reality systems, particularly encounter-type haptics, collaborative architectural design, and robotic interfaces. Current projects include the ACD (2020–2028) initiative, developing AR safety monitoring and stiffness simulation with origami-based haptic devices. Research intersects virtual reality, robotics, and human-centered design, with applications in architectural prototyping and immersive user experiences. His publications demonstrate expertise in haptics, reinforcement learning, and multi-agent systems. Recent articles emphasize walkable VR collaboration, tactile feedback optimization, and real-time safety protocols in mixed reality environments.

• Human-Robot Interaction
• Augmented Reality
• Virtual Reality
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Doris Aschenbrenner is a researcher specializing in human-robot interaction and augmented reality applications for industrial maintenance systems at Julius Maximilians University Würzburg. Her work bridges computer science, engineering, and human factors disciplines to develop practical solutions for Industry 4.0 environments. Her research focuses on Human-Robot Interaction , Augmented and Virtual Reality for industrial applications , Human-in-Command systems , and Industry 4.0 technologies . She has conducted extensive work on AR-assisted maintenance operations, digital twins for production environments, and human factors considerations in collaborative robotics systems. Her research demonstrates how immersive technologies can enhance manufacturing processes while maintaining appropriate human oversight and control. Her publication record shows significant contributions to conferences like ISMAR, VR, and Frontiers in Robotics and AI, with a consistent output from 2013 through 2024. Her recent work has focused on regulatory aspects of AI implementation in manufacturing, particularly regarding the EU AI Act, and developing platforms for digital remote maintenance services. Her research has practical implications for manufacturing industries seeking to implement advanced human-machine collaboration systems while addressing regulatory requirements and human factors considerations.

• Augmented Reality
• Design Prototyping
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Jouke C. Verlinden is a researcher affiliated with TU Delft, Netherlands. His work focuses on the intersection of augmented reality, design prototyping, and human-computer interaction. He has contributed to advancements in 3D printing, material science, and immersive technologies applied to cultural heritage preservation, medical device design, and industrial automation. Key research interests include: Augmented and virtual reality applications in design processes Development of fabrication technologies for shape-changing interfaces Evaluation of haptic and auditory interfaces in human-robot collaboration Digital restoration methods for cultural artifacts Notable contributions include comparative studies on face mask materials during the pandemic, heuristic evaluations of respirator comfort, and experimental work on fused filament fabrication techniques. His research has been published in venues like ISMAR, AHFE, and IEEE VR conferences, with a focus on practical applications of interactive technologies in industrial and cultural contexts.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Mixed Reality
• Smart Built Environments
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Denis Gracanin is a Professor at Virginia Tech's Department of Computer Science, College of Engineering. His research spans Human-Computer Interaction, Mixed Reality, Smart Built Environments, and Generative AI, with a focus on immersive technologies, cybersecurity, and assistive systems. Research highlights include: Developing frameworks for XR-based security in zero-trust networks Advancing real-time 3D object generation in augmented reality using generative AI Designing smart environments for stress management and mobility assistance His recent work explores AI-driven design optimization, sonification in immersive analytics, and privacy-centric IoT systems. Articles emphasize applications in healthcare, cybersecurity, and smart lighting, leveraging machine learning and multimodal data. Gracanin collaborates extensively with researchers like Kresimir Matkovic, Mohamed Azab, and Majid Behravan, publishing in top venues such as IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics, CHI, and VR Workshops.