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• Data Sonification
• Audio Engineering
• Design Research
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Sara Lenzi is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Deusto, where she has been employed full-time since 2017. Her academic activities encompass undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research, and extensive service contributions to the international design and sonification communities. She co-founded the Data Sonification Archive, a leading crowdsourced repository for sonification projects, and serves on the International Advisory Council of the Design Research Society. Her research integrates data sonification, audio engineering, and design methodologies with applications spanning urban soundscapes, healthcare environments, climate adaptation, and AI-driven anomaly detection. Key interdisciplinary themes include: Multimodal data representation through integrated sonification-visualization frameworks Machine listening for analyzing urban and medical soundscapes Design-driven tools for enhancing human-data interaction Transdisciplinary approaches to climate resilience and sustainable infrastructure Recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on applied sonification in healthcare, environmental science, and cybersecurity. Her work frequently employs AI/ML techniques, emphasizes user-centered design, and addresses real-world challenges like sleep quality analysis and climate adaptation. Theoretical contributions include foundational frameworks for autographic sonification and cross-sensory data mapping. Dr. Lenzi has chaired six international conferences in design research and audio engineering. She has supervised six Master's theses and one PhD dissertation. As Co-Principal Investigator, she contributed to grant applications totaling €1.2M with institutions including City University of Hong Kong and TU Delft. Entrepreneurially, she previously secured €3M in private investment prior to her academic career. She leads initiatives through the Data Sonification Archive and collaborates on projects involving networked sensing systems, participatory design, and sensory ethnography. Her future research directions likely involve scaling sonification frameworks for global environmental monitoring and enhancing AI-driven soundscape analysis tools.

• Accessibility
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Wearable Technology
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Patrick Carrington is an Associate Professor at the Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) in Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Computer Science. His research focuses on accessibility, wearable technology, and assistive systems, particularly for individuals with disabilities. He explores non-visual cooking, autonomous navigation for wheelchair users, and inclusive design of cyber-physical systems. Academic Rank: Associate Professor University: Carnegie Mellon University Department: Human-Computer Interaction Institute Dr. Carrington’s work spans accessibility research , wearable systems , and inclusive human-computer interaction . He develops AI-driven tools to support non-visual tasks, health monitoring for wheelchair users, and accessible social media interfaces. Recent publications highlight trends in non-visual procedural guidance (cooking, makeup), wheelchair mobility technologies , and AI personalization for disability communities . His articles emphasize contextual awareness, sensor integration, and user-centered design principles. Scientific Recognition: Best Student Paper (ASSETS 2024) Best Paper Award (Top 1%) (ASSETS 2019) Multiple Best Paper Honorable Mentions (Top 5%) at CHI and ASSETS Dr. Carrington advises students in accessibility research and collaborates with the AXLE Lab , focusing on empowering autonomy through inclusive technologies.

• Coeducation
• Media Literacy
• Educational Innovation
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Simon Gil Tévar serves as Professor at the Faculty of Humanities and Education, Universidad Católica de Ávila, where he leads the GIAFES Research Group on Physical Activity, Education and Health. His academic profile centers on advancing coeducative practices through critical analysis of audiovisual media and development of innovative digital pedagogical tools for diverse learning environments. His research spans coeducation in fictional series, media literacy across age groups, and postdigital educational challenges, with particular focus on gamification (escape rooms, metaverse applications), AI integration, and inclusive curriculum design. Recent work examines television series as coeducative instruments, media literacy for adolescents/elderly populations, and spatial organization in postdigital societies, consistently bridging theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in applying digital methodologies to deconstruct gender representation in media while developing open-access educational resources. His bibliometric studies map evolving research landscapes in coeducation, while hands-on projects create virtual escape rooms and AI tools for media literacy—demonstrating commitment to translating academic insights into tangible learning experiences. Professional engagements include membership in the Ibero-American Association of Teaching Innovation (IDI), peer review for Communiars. Journal of Image, Arts and Critical and Social Education , and scientific committee roles for the 2025 International Congress on Education and Diversity and 2025 Conference on Heritage Education and Communication. Active research leadership in GIAFES group focusing on physical activity-health-education intersections Development of Genially/Canva-based interactive materials for primary/secondary education Design of virtual escape rooms and AI-driven tools for media literacy education Specialized focus on television series as vehicles for promoting coeducation and inclusivity Consultation on digital resource design for non-formal educational contexts including museums

• Neuroscience
• Psychopharmacology
• Transportation Safety
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Matthew Albrecht is a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Psychological Science, The University of Western Australia , with affiliations to the Planning and Transport Research Centre . His work spans neuroscience , psychopharmacology , and transportation safety , with a focus on drug effects on cognition , crash analysis , and clinical documentation efficiency . Research Interests: Neuroscience and psychopharmacology of drugs like THC and dexamphetamine Transport safety and road design using statistical models Clinical documentation burden in nursing and midwifery Autism and schizophrenia cognitive models Article Trends: His recent work emphasizes THC's impact on driving safety , amphetamine effects on memory , and transport policy evaluations . Publications include collaborations in public health , clinical research , and computational psychiatry . Grants and Collaborations: Albrecht has contributed to 4 grants , including studies on road safety and healthcare documentation . He collaborates with institutions like Main Roads, WA and Curtin University . Labs and Teams: Affiliated with the Planning and Transport Research Centre , he works with multidisciplinary teams in transport engineering , psychiatric research , and biostatistics .

• Innovation Management
• Product-Service Systems
• Interactive Product Design
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Jean Camille serves as a Lecturer at the Product Design and Innovation Laboratory (LCPI, EA 3927) within the School of Engineering at Arts et Métiers Institute of Technology since 2015. Holding a doctorate in Industrial Engineering from École Centrale Paris, he contributes to both academic instruction and research innovation across multiple industrial sectors including mobility, aeronautics, energy, luxury goods, and healthcare systems. His research spans Innovation Management , Interactive Product Design , and Decision Support Systems , with particular emphasis on developing creativity tools for additive manufacturing and telehealth applications. Current projects explore nature-based carbon capture solutions, multisensory design interfaces, and sensor integration for smart connected products, reflecting his commitment to bridging engineering design with practical industrial applications. Recent publications through 2025 demonstrate consistent output in high-impact journals, revealing strong thematic trends in Additive manufacturing education tools Ethical dimensions of innovation Data-driven design methodologies Telehealth economic modeling His work increasingly integrates serious gaming concepts with engineering design processes. As Educational Coordinator for the Research Masters in Interaction Design, he supervises seven doctoral candidates working on diverse topics from cultural institution interfaces to corporate DNA-driven innovation. His leadership extends to the Communities Design Society Circle of Digital & Health Decision-Makers, where he facilitates cross-sector knowledge exchange. Within the LCPI laboratory, he contributes to the Organic research group focusing on product innovation systems, collaborating with industry partners to develop practical design methodologies that address real-world engineering challenges while advancing academic knowledge in sustainable design practices.

Aysha MotalaView profile

Lecturer

• Multisensory Integration
• Time Perception
• Psychophysics
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Dr. Aysha Motala is a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Stirling and co-leads the Cognition in Complex Environments research group. She serves on the university's Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee and teaches the Introduction to Psychology (PSYU902) module while supervising students at all academic levels. Her research spans three continents, with prior appointments at institutions including the University of Cardiff , University of Nottingham , and the Brain & Mind Institute, University of Western Ontario . Her work investigates how multisensory systems collaborate to construct temporal perception , utilizing methods such as psychophysics, neuroimaging, and computational modeling. She has received prestigious funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and Japan Society for the Promotion of Science . Active in academic outreach, she has presented at major conferences including the Society for Neuroscience and Cognitive Neuroscience Society while maintaining a multisensory timing lab that explores perception in real-world contexts. Recent publications examine auditory processing in noise, cortical activation patterns, and temporal perception mechanisms. Her lab's work on neural synchronization and distributed timing systems challenges traditional models of centralized time perception. As a Twitter user ( @aysha_motala ), she engages in academic communication about perception research, with a particular focus on temporal cognition.

Francesca CapozziView profile

Professor

• Relational Wellbeing
• LGBTQ+ Mental Health
• Social Cognitive Neuroscience
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Francesca Capozzi, PhD, is a Professor at the Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal, and an Associate Investigator in the Brain Repair and Integrative Neuroscience (BRaIN) Program at RI-MUHC's Montreal General Hospital site. Her work focuses on socio-cognitive factors supporting relational wellbeing through group therapies for LGBTQ+ individuals and families at the MUSIC (McGill University Sexual Identity Centre) clinic, using quantitative/qualitative language analysis. PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience (University of Turin, 2016) Postdoctoral work at McGill University (2016-2021) Clinical training in Couple and Family Therapy (McGill School of Social Work, 2020-2022) Her research explores social perception mechanisms, affective processes, and nonverbal communication in group dynamics and emotion recognition. Key methodologies include dual mobile eye tracking, multisensory integration analysis, and behavioral immune system evaluation. Current projects examine how societal underrepresentation affects emotional distress and how visual/auditory cues shape social event segmentation. She maintains affiliations with CORE research lab and MUSIC clinic. Licensing includes Quebec psychotherapist registration (OTSTCFQ #62045-22, #CAPF2206200TCF). Contact available via francesca.capozzi@muhc.mcgill.ca (academic) and psycho@francescacapozzi.ca (therapy inquiries).

Nathan VoglerView profile

Visiting Assistant Professor

• Molecular Neurobiology
• Auditory Neuroscience
• Synaptic Plasticity
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Nathan Vogler is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Neuroscience and Biology at Ursinus College . Holding a PhD and B.S. from the University of Pittsburgh , his research focuses on molecular neurobiology, auditory processing, and neural circuit dynamics. He has published extensively in high-impact journals like Journal of Neuroscience and PNAS , with recent work exploring inhibitory neuron modulation in auditory cortex and thalamus. PhD in Neuroscience, University of Pittsburgh B.S. in Neuroscience, University of Pittsburgh Vogler’s research investigates how inhibitory neurons shape sensory processing and neural plasticity, particularly in auditory systems. His studies on synaptic zinc dynamics, auditory-olfactory integration, and cortical circuitry reveal mechanisms underlying sensory context adaptation and multisensory processing. His recent work highlights trends in auditory neuroscience , inhibitory neuron function , and synaptic plasticity , with collaborations spanning neuroscience, chemistry, and cognitive modeling. Vogler’s publications emphasize experimental and computational approaches to understanding neural dynamics in auditory and olfactory systems. Contact: Innovation and Discovery Center 303, nvogler@ursinus.edu

Anna FassioView profile

Associate Professor

• Neurobiology
• Neuroscience
• Human Physiology
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Anna Fassio is an Associate Professor at the University of Genoa , Department of Experimental Medicine (DIMES), focusing on physiology and neurobiology. She teaches courses in Physiology , Human Physiology , Neurobiology and Neurophysiology , and Computer Science (Bioengineering) across multiple Master's programs in Medicine, Biotechnology, and Physiotherapy. Research Interests : Brain plasticity, neuronal differentiation, epigenetic regulation, and physiological mechanisms in aging and disease. Her work explores transcription factor-driven stem cell differentiation, REST deletion in amblyopia treatment, glycolytic inhibition for neuronal hyperactivity, and V-ATPase dysfunction in neurological disorders. Teaching Roles : Coordinates courses in Physiology for Medicine and Surgery, Preventive and Adapted Physical Activity, and Biotechnology programs. Includes laboratory training for doctors in training and neurophysiology modules. Publications : Recent articles focus on neuronal plasticity in social regression, cerebellar climbing fiber dynamics, architectural impacts on emotion, and metabolic-epigenetic interactions in neurological disorders. Contact : Available for appointments via email at anna.fassio@unige.it and phone at +39 010 353 8189.

Clifford SaronView profile

Researcher

• Neuroscience
• Meditation
• Attention Training
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Clifford Saron is a Research Scientist at the University of California, Davis, specializing in neuroscience, meditation, and attention/emotion regulation. His work bridges electrophysiological, behavioral, and biochemical methodologies to study human cognition and contemplative practices. Ph.D. in Neuroscience (Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 1999) M.S. in Neuroscience (Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 1992) B.A. in Biology (Harvard University, 1976) His research focuses on: Meditation’s effects on attention and emotion regulation Longitudinal studies of contemplative practices Autism spectrum disorders and sensory processing Interhemispheric communication and multisensory integration Neuroplasticity through mindfulness training Neuroimaging (EEG, fMRI) of meditation states Recent publications explore mindfulness, meditation, and neurocognitive adaptations using EEG, fMRI, and behavioral metrics. Themes include attention control, emotional resilience, and brain connectivity changes. Scientific awards include: Inaugural Templeton Prize Research Grant (2012) PopTech Science Fellowship (2011)

Federica GoffiView profile

Professor

• Built Conservation
• Architecture and Time
• Adaptive Reuse
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Dr. Federica Goffi is a Professor of Architecture at the Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism (ASAU) at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, where she has taught since 2007. She has held significant leadership positions including Co-chair of the PhD and MAS programs (2017-2025), Interim Director of ASAU (July 2021-December 2022), Associate Director of Graduate Studies (2013-2017), and Associate Director of Professional Graduate Studies (2011-2013). Prior to Carleton, she was an Assistant Professor at RISD in the United States (2005-2007). Education: PhD in Architecture and Design Research – Washington-Alexandria Architecture Center, Virginia Tech College of Architecture and Urban Studies Dottore in Architettura – University of Genoa, Italy Dr. Goffi's research centers on the relationship between architecture and time, particularly in built conservation and adaptive reuse. She conceptualizes buildings as 'sustainable work-in-progress' rather than fixed artifacts, investigating conservation as a form of invention and imagination. Her work spans interconnected domains including Time-Weather-Tempo in architecture, architectural representation, psychosomatic health in built environments, and ethical dimensions of collecting and archiving architectural media. She examines how ordinary details in healthcare facilities can foster psychosomatic health, arguing architects must design adaptable details with city-scale impact. Her research interests also include CR|PT|C Practice, conversion in architecture, and the power dynamics in architectural media. Analysis of Dr. Goffi's publications reveals a consistent trajectory from specific case studies (Carlo Scarpa's interventions, St. Peter's Basilica) toward broader theoretical frameworks for architectural adaptation. Her work demonstrates a clear connection between architectural representation and conservation philosophy, suggesting that how we document and represent architecture fundamentally shapes conservation approaches. Recent publications show increasing engagement with ethical, political, and power dimensions in architectural practice, particularly regarding the collection, archiving, and display of architectural media. Dr. Goffi chairs the Carleton Research | Practice of Teaching | Collaborative (CR|PT|C), founded in 2019, and serves as lead curator for the '[from] Adaptive Reuse [to] Adaptive Architecture' conference scheduled for May 2026. She co-edits significant scholarly works including The Routledge Companion to Architectural Drawings and Models (2022) and has organized multiple international symposia. Her editorial work on InterVIEWS: Insight and Introspection in Doctoral Research in Architecture (2020) demonstrates her commitment to architectural education. Dr. Goffi leads the CR|PT|C research collaborative which organizes the triennial Agora International Symposium series. The upcoming Agora III: Mediating Matter(s): Architecture and Bodily Affects (October 2025) continues her exploration of architecture's relationship with human experience. Her research group investigates how architectural elements, particularly ceilings and other overlooked details, influence psychological and physiological wellbeing. She also maintains a professional practice in built conservation in Italy and the United States and is a licensed architect in Italy.

Emily AtkinsonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Acquisition Psycholinguistics
• Syntax
• First Language Acquisition (L1)
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Emily Atkinson is an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga within the Department of Language Studies . She is also affiliated with the Department of Linguistics at the University of Toronto main campus. Her pronouns are she/her/hers , and she is based at 4150 Maanjiwe nendamowinan, Mississauga campus. PhD, John Hopkins University MA, Johns Hopkins University MS, Georgetown University BA, Georgetown University Emily's research focuses on acquisition psycholinguistics , syntax , and sentence processing . She investigates topics like long-distance dependencies , filler-gap constructions , and wh-island acceptability , combining theoretical syntax with empirical child/adult parsing studies. Her publications (2010-2024) reveal consistent interest in syntactic ambiguity resolution, dependency processing, and language acquisition mechanisms. While no explicit awards are listed, her dual departmental affiliation underscores institutional recognition of her interdisciplinary contributions. Prospective graduate students at the University of Toronto can contact her via e.atkinson@utoronto.ca for supervision opportunities in syntax or psycholinguistics research.

Lisha ShaoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neurobiology of Reward
• Drosophila Genetics
• Neural Circuits and Behavior
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Lisha Shao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Delaware, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. Her research focuses on the neurobiology of reward systems, specifically investigating how sensory signals are transformed into reward perception in Drosophila melanogaster . She leads the Shao Lab, which employs neurogenetic, behavioral, and circuit-mapping approaches to study reward valuation, stress-reward interactions, and decision-making processes. Education: B.S. in Biological Sciences from Nankai University, Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Tsinghua University, and a postdoctoral fellowship at Janelia Research Campus, HHMI. Current research projects include mapping neural circuits underlying female mating valence, dopamine neuron function, and stress effects on reward pathways. Her work integrates molecular, cellular, and systems-level analyses to address fundamental questions in reward neuroscience. The lab's research has implications for understanding behavioral adaptations, mental health disorders, and neural plasticity. The Shao Lab actively collaborates with institutions globally and maintains a dedicated research website.

• Bilingualism
• Cognitive Psychology
• Language Processing
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Sayuri Hayakawa is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Oklahoma State University, where she directs the Language, Cognition, and Behavior Lab. She joined OSU in January 2023 after serving as a Research Assistant Professor at Northwestern University from 2019-2022. Her educational background includes: PhD in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Chicago (2017) MA in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Chicago (2009) BA in Psychology from Boston University (2008) Dr. Hayakawa's research focuses on the impact of language and bilingual experience on cognition and behavior . Her work explores how linguistic factors influence judgment and decision making, with particular attention to risk assessment, moral dilemmas, and health-related choices. She investigates how using native versus foreign languages affects cognitive processes including memory, sensory perception, and mental imagery. Her research employs methodologies such as eye-tracking, behavioral experiments, and computational modeling to understand the complex interplay between language and thought. Analysis of Dr. Hayakawa's recent publications reveals strong thematic consistency across her work, with a central focus on the foreign language effect - how cognitive and emotional processes differ when operating in a non-native language. Her research spans multiple domains including medical decision-making, risk perception, memory, and semantic processing. A distinctive feature of her work is the application of basic cognitive research to real-world contexts, particularly healthcare settings where language differences could significantly impact patient outcomes. Dr. Hayakawa teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in Cognitive Psychology at Oklahoma State University. Previously at Northwestern University, she taught courses on Language and Cognition and Science Communication. Her teaching portfolio also includes experience with MBA-level courses on Negotiation, Leadership, and Management from her time at the University of Chicago. She directs the Language, Cognition, and Behavior Lab at Oklahoma State University, which appears to focus on the intersection of language processing, cognitive mechanisms, and real-world decision making. The lab likely involves both undergraduate and graduate students in research projects examining how language shapes thought across various contexts.

Elena AzanonView profile

Visiting Professor

• Neuroscience
• Sensory Perception
• Multisensory Integration
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Prof. Dr. Elena Azanon holds the Dorothea Erxleben Visiting Professorship at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg since May 2018. Her research focuses on understanding how the brain processes tactile information and integrates it with other sensory modalities. On January 21, 2018, she delivered an inaugural lecture titled ' Feeling touch, but where? How the brain remaps tactile coordinates for multisensory perception ' at the IBZ campus. Her work bridges neuroscience, cognitive science, and biomedical engineering, emphasizing neuroplasticity and sensory integration mechanisms. No awards, grants, or student advisees are explicitly listed in the provided text.