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Danae Stanton FraserView profile

Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Immersive Technologies
• Spatial Cognition
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Overview Danae Stanton Fraser is a Professor of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Bath , leading the CREATE Lab . She specializes in immersive technologies, spatial cognition, and cyber security, with a focus on co-design with users and industry. Her work spans high-impact journals like ACM CHI, DIS, and Nature Scientific Reports. Research & Projects MyWorld Project (£46M, 2021–2027): Pioneering digital media innovations with Bristol, UWE, and Bath Spa. REPHRAIN (£8.6M, 2020–2025): UKRI Center of Excellence for online citizen protection, collaborating with Google and academia. EPSRC-funded projects on privacy, harm reduction, and adversarial influence. Research Interests Her work explores audience engagement through physiological and behavioral data, virtual reality applications, and trust in online environments . Recent studies include jury behavior, cyber security incident response, and mental health impacts of TikTok. Awards & Recognition Doctoral Award (2024) Excellence in Doctoral Supervision Prize (2020) EPSRC Strategic Advisory Network Member Advisory Roles Advises the UK Treasury and Bank of England on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) , and contributed to EPSRC strategies on AI, digital twins, and robotics. Labs & Teams Director of the CREATE Lab , which focuses on immersive tech and audience-centric design. Collaborates with the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Cyber Security and the Institute for Digital Security and Behaviour.

• Communication
• Education
• Media studies
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Senior Lecturer Martin Brown is affiliated with the University of Sydney's School of Medical Sciences within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. He serves as Co-Director of the FMH Media Lab and holds a BA, Dip Ed, and M.Hum. His career includes work in theatre and film credits such as Moulin Rouge and Romeo+Juliet , alongside leadership at the Australian Film Television and Radio School. Research focuses on integrating storytelling and emerging technologies (VR/AI) to create immersive clinical training tools. Notable projects include VR avatars for de-escalation training, palliative care HCI systems, and VR cognitive assessment for geriatric patients. He has received awards like the 2023 FMH Makers and Shapers Award for teaching excellence and 2021 Unreal Epic Mega Grant. Key Projects: VR supermarket tasks for cognitive assessment, AI chatbots for patient interaction rehearsals, and VR-based communication training. Grants: LISTEN TO ME (2022) and MEDSunited (2021). Media Appearances: ABC Health Report (2024) and SMH (2023).

Melvyn RoerdinkView profile

Associate Professor

• Human Movement Science
• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Gait Analysis
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Melvyn Roerdink is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences , Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam), with a focus on merging human movement science with motion technologies. His work spans actor-environment interactions , utilizing 3D depth cameras (Kinect, Hololens) and augmented/mixed reality to innovate in gait rehabilitation and public health. Primary Affiliation: Prevention and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences Secondary Roles: IBBA Associate Professor, Ancillary activities at Maastricht University (2024-2028), and advisory roles at Strolll Ltd and DIH Holding US Inc. Dr. Roerdink’s research emphasizes context-dependent walking , leading the development of the C-Mill rehabilitation treadmill and Interactive Walkway to assess and train gait adaptability in stroke patients, elderly, and those with Parkinson’s Disease. He collaborates with PhD students like Daphne Geerse and Bert Coolen on projects involving augmented reality, visual computing, and falls prevention. His recent articles highlight advancements in augmented reality for gait analysis , with a focus on Parkinson’s Disease (2025-2024), clinical trials for home-based rehabilitation (2025), and biomechanical studies on walking adaptability. He has secured significant grants, including a Veni grant (2009, 250 K€) and EU Erasmus Mundus funding (645 K€ total), alongside 300 K€ industrial investment from C-Mill patents. Scientific Awards: Promising Young Scientist Award, ISPGR (2015) Honorary Mention, ISPGR/G&MF (2012) Runner-up, Dutch Society of Human Movement Sciences PhD Award (2010) Teaching: Courses include Coordination Dynamics and Entrepreneurship in Human Movement Sciences , mentoring over 60 students, with 10+ PhD supervisees.

Jacqueline van Muijlwijk-KoezenView profile

Professor

• Science Education Innovation
• Didactics in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Drug Discovery Research
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Prof. Jacqueline van Muijlwijk-Koezen is a Full Professor in the Faculty of Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences. She serves as Group Leader for the 'Innovations in Human Health & Life Sciences' chair and Chief Education Officer (CEdO) since September 2023. Her research focuses on educational innovations, didactics in science education, and integrating pharmaceutical sciences/drug discovery into teaching. She leads projects like MolTour (3D/virtual reality chemistry education) and ONCORNET2.0, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning and active teaching methods. Education & Expertise: Her academic work spans science education reform, inquiry-based learning, and scientific perspectivism. She actively collaborates with institutions like the Amsterdam Institute for Molecules, Medicines, and Systems (AIMMS). Ancillary roles include board memberships at Stichting ULLA, Centrum JongerenCommunicatie Chemie, and Theologische Universiteit Kampen. Research Trends: Recent publications explore digital peer feedback platforms, lab module effectiveness, teacher agency, drug inhibitor dynamics, and entrepreneurial self-efficacy in science. Her work bridges educational theory with practical implementation in curricula. Grants & Supervision: Led 5 research projects (e.g., Scheikundige experimenten leren ontwerden, Samenhang tussen scheikunde en biologie). Supervised 3 PhD theses and teaches courses including AIMMS Seminars and Chemistry education modules. Datasets include ecological problem-solving frameworks. Labs & Teams: Core member of AIMMS, involved in cross-disciplinary initiatives combining education technology, pharmaceutical R&D, and molecular medicine systems.

Jiahuan PeiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Natural Language Processing
• Dialogue Systems
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Dr. Jiahuan Pei is an Assistant Professor at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, affiliated with the Faculty of Science's Department of Artificial Intelligence, the Network Institute, and Social AI. His research focuses on advanced AI applications in dialogue systems, natural language processing (NLP), and large language models (LLMs), with particular emphasis on clinical and therapeutic contexts. Recent work includes improving conversational recommendation systems, enhancing psychotherapy dialogue generation through motivational interviewing strategies, and developing multilingual dialogue management techniques. Key research topics include information retrieval robustness in LLMs, parameter-efficient fine-tuning methods (e.g., MELoRA), and the ethical integration of AI in healthcare. He has contributed to seminal studies on dialogue alignment, faithfulness metrics for citations, and perceptual quality in 3D point clouds. His work often bridges theoretical NLP advancements with practical applications in healthcare, education, and mixed reality environments. Pei's articles reflect a strong focus on innovation in dialogue systems, with over 15 peer-reviewed publications since 2020. He teaches the Project Conversational Agents course, emphasizing hands-on AI development. Collaborations span academic and industry partners, addressing challenges in cross-lingual communication, therapeutic AI, and multimodal training systems.

Luciano GamberiniView profile

Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Ergonomics
• IoT in Workplace Safety
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Luciano Gamberini is a Full Professor at the University of Padova, Italy. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Ergonomics, and the integration of IoT and AR technologies in industrial and workplace environments. He leads projects like DANTE (digital transformation for SMEs) and DOMHO (smart co-housing for disabled individuals). His work emphasizes human-centered design, safety, and sustainable development in Industry 5.0 contexts. Research Interests: Human-Robot Collaboration Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) Applications IoT in Workplace Safety and Sustainability Age-related Technology Use in Industry 5.0 Employee Well-Being and Mental Health in Digital Workspaces Key Projects: CO-ADAPT: Cobots for Ageing Workers SAFE TALK: m-Health for Isolation Support SHIP: Inclusive Urban Park Design His recent articles explore topics such as VR-based teleoperations, trust in collaborative robots, and IoT security in smart workplaces. He actively contributes to the advancement of human-centric technologies through mixed-methods studies and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Anton NijholtView profile

Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Affective Computing
• Augmented Reality
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Anton Nijholt is a Professor specializing in non-traditional Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) research. His work focuses on areas such as affective computing, augmented reality, brain-computer interfaces (BCI), and playable cities. He has held academic positions across universities in Belgium and the Netherlands and has contributed to over 800 research outputs. As Chief Editor of Frontiers in Psychology and Frontiers in Computer Science, he leads the Human-Media Interaction section and serves on editorial boards for Springer's Gaming Media and Social Effects series. Nijholt has supervised approximately fifty Ph.D. students and has been a scientific advisor to Philips Research and a research fellow at institutions like McMaster University (Canada), the Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study, and the Imagineering Institute (Malaysia). His research interests span humor engineering, multisensory human-food interaction, and leveraging AR/VR technologies to enhance urban environments. He has organized major international conferences and workshops in affective computing, entertainment computing, and BCI applications, including recent edited books like Playable Cities: The City as a Digital Playground (2022) and Brain Art: BCI for Artistic Expression (2019). Nijholt emphasizes playful and humorous interactions in smart cities, advocating for technology that improves social-emotional development and urban livability. Nijholt’s recent talks and activities highlight his commitment to exploring AR’s societal impact, ethical implications of extended realities, and BCI applications beyond clinical settings. He collaborates internationally, contributing to the development of frameworks for BCI games and multisensorial augmented reality systems. Despite no explicit mention of awards, his editorial roles and conference leadership reflect his significant contributions to the academic community.

Diederick LuttersView profile

Professor

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Sustainable Packaging
• Product Design
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Diederick Lutters is a Full Professor at the University of Twente, specializing in Information-driven Product Development & Engineering. He holds an external position as Professor Extraordinary at the University of Stellenbosch. He earned his PhD (2001) and Master's (1993) degrees in manufacturing-related fields from the University of Twente. His research focuses on sustainable manufacturing processes, product design methodologies, and decision-making frameworks in industrial contexts. Key areas include digital twinning for SMEs, sustainable packaging solutions, and lifecycle assessment-driven design strategies. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to economic and social development. Recent publications emphasize innovative approaches to manufacturing challenges, such as optimizing HMLV production and integrating PLM systems into educational environments. He actively supervises student projects, examining theses on topics like uncertainty management in design and electrification of transportation systems. Dr. Lutters collaborates internationally, contributing to research networks exploring manufacturing efficiency and sustainable technologies. His expertise bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industrial applications.

• Computer Science Education
• Game-based Learning
• Immersive Education
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Dr. Michael Scott is the Head of Computing and Associate Professor of Computer Science Education at Falmouth University, leading innovative programs in Computing for Games and Immersive Computing. His research focuses on game-based learning, immersive education, and accessible interfaces. He has received awards such as the UCISA Leadership Award (2023) and the Falmouth University 'Doing it for Real' Award (2020). Scott holds a PhD in Information Systems and Computing from Brunel University London, alongside MA and BSc degrees in Computer Science and Digital Games Theory. Research interests include procedural game design, educational technology, and software psychology. He has secured grants from the Arts and Humanities Research Council, Innovate UK, and the Coastal Communities Fund. Current projects involve leveraging immersive technologies in museums and heritage sites, such as the Augmented Telegrapher project. Scott has supervised numerous students, including Alexander Mitchell and Lucy Stent, and serves on committees for ACM conferences like SIGCSE and ITiCSE. His work bridges game development with educational innovation, emphasizing collaboration and equity through initiatives like Global Game Jams and peer evaluation frameworks.

Keshav DahalView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Data Mining/Big Data
• Blockchain Technology
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Overview Professor Keshav Dahal holds the Chair in Intelligent Systems and serves as Director of the Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Communication and Networks (AVCN) Research Institute and the DeLTA (Data Analytics for Intelligent and Autonomous Systems) Research Group at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS). He concurrently holds visiting professorships at Amity University (India), Kantipur Engineering College (Nepal), and Chiang Mai University (Thailand). His research focuses on AI-driven solutions for data science, blockchain technology, disaster management, healthcare systems, communication networks, and energy systems. Research Expertise Professor Dahal specializes in: Applications of AI to data mining, logistics optimization, and decision support systems Trust and security modeling in distributed systems Blockchain applications for secure authentication and decentralized systems Optimization of IoT-enabled smart technologies Healthcare informatics and remote patient monitoring Grants & Projects He has secured £30M+ in EU/UK/industry funding through 26 projects, including: EU eACCESS (2019–2024) H2020 SELFNET (2015–2018) UK Innovate KTP projects with Little Ltd, PG Paper, and WellFish Tech Professional Contributions He has: Supervised 11 postdocs and 30 PhD students Authored 200+ peer-reviewed publications Chaired 60+ international conferences Developed frameworks for interdisciplinary machine learning applications Labs & Initiatives He leads the AVCN Research Institute and coordinates EU-funded initiatives like SmartLink (2014–2019) and gLINK (2014–2019), focusing on smart technology applications across sectors.

• Creative Technologies
• Games User Research
• Ergogenic Aids
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Dr. Pooya Soltani is a Senior Lecturer at Staffordshire University's Digital, Tech, Innovation & Business School. His research bridges game technology with healthcare, sports performance, and human behavior analysis. He holds a PhD in Sports Sciences (Biomechanics and Human Energetics) from the University of Porto, and MSc/BSc degrees from Shiraz University. Key research areas include mixed reality technologies' impact on human behavior, VR applications in rehabilitation, and exergaming for diabetes management. He has secured significant grants, including Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (2018) and Collège de France Postdoctoral Funding (2018-2019). Teaching focuses on serious games, military game design, and project management. His work has been featured in BBC, Bloomberg, and Daily Mail, emphasizing public engagement in technology-driven health solutions. Professional highlights include: Designed VR-based training programs for motor control and deception analysis Developed exergame policies adopted by the Brazilian Society of Diabetes Conducted workshops on tech integration for SMEs and creative enterprises Recipient of Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023 for Facilities & Social Inclusion Current roles include academic leadership, operational management, and enterprise activities, alongside ongoing research in hyper-realistic avatars and their behavioral impacts.

• Applied human perception
• Computer graphics
• Virtual reality / augmented reality
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Niall L. Williams is a Faculty Fellow & Postdoc at New York University Tandon School of Engineering , Department of Computer Science and Engineering, and a member of the Immersive Computing Lab led by Prof. Qi Sun. He earned his PhD in Computer Science from the University of Maryland, College Park where he belonged to the GAMMA lab and was advised by Profs. Dinesh Manocha, Aniket Bera, and Ming C. Lin. His dissertation introduced computational methods for natural walking in virtual reality, integrating visual perception, motion planning, computational geometry, and statistical modeling. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of Maryland, College Park (2024) B.S. with High Honors in Computer Science, Davidson College (2019) Research Interests: Williams’ work sits at the intersection of applied human perception , computer graphics , and virtual/augmented reality . He develops rigorous algorithms that steer users through unseen physical spaces while they experience expansive virtual worlds, studies perceptual thresholds for display artifacts, and designs robotic haptic proxies that provide context-aware force feedback in mixed reality. Publications Trend: Across 15 recent papers he repeatedly targets redirected walking and locomotion perception (6 papers), near-eye display artifacts and gaze/optic-flow perception (3 papers), haptics & robotics for VR (2 papers), plus influential open-source tools (PettingZoo). Best-paper honors at IEEE VR and ISMAR underscore the community impact of his algorithms. Scientific Awards & Honors: IEEE VR 2022 Best Paper Honorable Mention IEEE ISMAR 2021 Best Paper Honorable Mention IEEE VR 2021 Best Paper Honorable Mention Teaching & Service: At NYU he has already served as Instructor for Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving (Spring 2025) and Information Visualization (Fall 2024). Previously he was Head TA for Advances in XR at UMD and a long-time TA for game-programming and data-structures courses. He reviews regularly for IEEE TVCG, IEEE VR, ISMAR, CHI, and sits on the SIGGRAPH Research Career Development Committee. Labs & Teams: Williams is affiliated with the Immersive Computing Lab at NYU Tandon and previously the GAMMA Lab (UMD) and DRIVE Lab (Davidson College).

• Architectural Representation
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Photogrammetry
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Alberto Sánchez Riera is a researcher at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Department of Architectural Representation at the Barcelona School of Architecture (ETSAB). He leads or participates in research groups such as CRAL, ADR&M, QURBIS, and ReDISSENY, focusing on architectural representation, heritage preservation, and digital technologies in education. His research spans photogrammetry, BIM methodologies, augmented reality applications, and sustainable urban design. He has contributed to over 80 academic activities, including articles, projects, and conferences. His work integrates cutting-edge technologies to solve challenges in architectural education, energy efficiency in wooden structures, and the digital restoration of cultural heritage sites. Education Focus: Pioneered geo-located teaching using mobile AR for urban studies and architectural visualization. Heritage Projects: Recontextualized Girona Cathedral and Sansalvador Villa through photogrammetry and 3D modeling. Methodologies: Developed BIM/IFC frameworks for energy-efficient wooden architecture in Europe’s southwest. His recent work emphasizes immersive virtual environments for spatial perception studies and the socio-technical impact of double-skin façades in urban spaces. He has no listed awards but maintains an active role in academic innovation and heritage conservation.

Jarrod KnibbeView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Interaction Design
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Haptics for Extended Reality
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Dr. Jarrod Knibbe is a Senior Lecturer in Interaction Design at the University of Queensland's School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. His research focuses on novel interactive technologies, particularly in Haptics for Extended Reality, Smart Clothing for Muscle Control, and embodied interaction design. He has published extensively in top venues like CHI, UIST, and ISMAR, with over 40 peer-reviewed articles. Knibbe's research integrates device engineering, human perception studies, and user experience evaluation. His work spans wearable technologies, VR/AR systems, and embodied learning interfaces. Notable contributions include innovations in electric muscle stimulation calibration, haptic feedback systems, and mixed-reality visualization techniques. He currently serves as an associate editor for CHI, UIST, VR, and ISS. His recent projects explore location privacy management in mobile devices, embodied collaboration in virtual environments, and the design of shared bodily experiences through electrical muscle stimulation. He actively collaborates with international teams on interdisciplinary HCI challenges, blending technical innovation with human-centered design principles.

• Composition
• New Media Art
• Interactive Music Technology
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David Kim-Boyle is a Casual Lecturer in Composition at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney. He holds a BMus from Australian National University, MA (Hon) from University of Wollongong, and PhD from SUNY Buffalo. Specializes in real-time graphic scores and interactive music technology Active in VR/AR-based composition and live coding performance Collaborates with institutions like STEIM (Amsterdam) and Zentrum für Kunst und Medientechnologie (Karlsruhe) His research explores interactive systems that challenge traditional notation through extended open-forms, including work with immersive audiovisual environments and machine learning interfaces . Current projects involve reactive scores for ELISION ensemble and parametric piano etudes using k-d tree algorithms. Recent publications focus on VR collaboration , immersive notations , and 3D score design , presented at conferences like ICMC and NIME. He has received the Australian Arts Council Skills Development Grant (2010) and advises PhD candidate Deborah KIM. Selected Scientific Awards: Australian Arts Council Skills Development Grant (2010)