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Valerio PascucciView profile

Professor

• Big Data Management
• Scientific Visualization
• Computational Topology
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Valerio Pascucci is a Professor at the University of Utah's School of Computing and a DOE Laboratory Fellow at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. He directs the Center for Extreme Data Management Analysis and Visualization (CEDMAV) and previously led projects at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and University of Texas at Austin. PhD in Computer Science (Purdue University, 2000) MSc in Electrical Engineering (University 'La Sapienza', Rome, 1993) As a pioneer in Big Data Management , Scientific Visualization , and Computational Topology , his work connects topological methods with progressive algorithms to enable interactive exploration of petascale datasets. His research spans climate modeling , neuroscience , materials science , and precision agriculture , focusing on multi-resolution techniques and geometric compression . Recent publications show specialization in web-based visualization and AI-driven analytics for climate data, with emphasis on equity in data access and FAIR data principles . His ViSUS project enables real-time data streaming from supercomputers to desktops, while NAPA explores GPU-based architectures for streaming algorithms. Scientific Awards : Best Paper Award, IEEE Pacific Visualization 2011 Best Application Paper Award, IEEE VIS 2006 DOE Laboratory Fellow He advises numerous graduate students and leads collaborations across national laboratories , universities , and industry . Funded by NSF Grant #2127548 , he develops technologies for exascale computing and geospatial intelligence .

Stephen BrooksView profile

Professor

• Computer Graphics
• Visualization
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Stephen Brooks is a Professor in the Faculty of Computer Science at Dalhousie University, actively contributing to research and education in computer graphics, visualization, and human-computer interaction. He is affiliated with the Human-Computer Interaction, Visualization & Graphics research cluster and currently supervises multiple graduate students on diverse projects. PhD in Computer Science, University of Cambridge (2004) MSc in Computer Science, University of British Columbia (2000) BSc, Brock University (1998) His research focuses on computer graphics and visualization, particularly non-photorealistic rendering, image editing, 3D geospatial systems, ocean visualization, and real-time rendering of natural phenomena. He has also worked in sound synthesis and motion editing. His recent publications show a strong emphasis on visual analytics, network flow visualization, and ocean science applications. His work spans interdisciplinary domains including environmental science, genomics, cybersecurity, and digital art. He has developed visualization tools for ocean science under a major CFREF-funded initiative and created novel methods for rendering stained glass, mixed media art, rivers, and ocean surfaces. His research integrates perception, automation, and user interaction to enhance visual analysis. Notable scientific contributions include work on tone mapping optimization, uncertainty visualization using chromatic aberration, semantic object clouds, and hybrid 2D/3D GIS. His publications appear in top venues such as IEEE TVCG, ACM Transactions, and SIGGRAPH. NSERC Discovery Grants Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) NSERC CREATE Mitacs Accelerate and Globalink CFI New Opportunities Grant Cyber Security Research and Development Grant He has supervised numerous PhD, Master’s, and undergraduate students in areas including ocean visualization, tone mapping, network security, VR, and geospatial analytics. He teaches courses in Game Design, Visualization, Computer Animation, and Network Computing, emphasizing project-based and interdisciplinary learning. He leads research in visual analytics for network data (FloVis), ocean science, and mixed reality collaboration. His lab develops interactive systems for data exploration in domains ranging from marine biology to cybersecurity. Future work includes expanding ocean-first climate visualization and enhancing mixed presence collaboration in immersive environments.

Boris KausView profile

Professor

• Geodynamics
• Lithospheric Deformation
• Numerical Modeling
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Boris Kaus is a Full Professor and Chair of Geophysics and Geodynamics at the Institute of Geosciences, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany. His research focuses on understanding geological processes from grain scale to planetary scale using mathematical and numerical models. Funded by the German Research Foundation, European Research Council, and BMBF, his work spans lithospheric deformation, melt migration, fold-and-thrust belts, and high-performance computing applications in geosciences. His research interests center on geodynamic modeling of lithospheric processes, including subduction zones, mantle convection, and crustal deformation. Kaus develops novel numerical approaches to simulate complex geological phenomena, with emphasis on coupling between erosion, lithosphere dynamics, and mantle flow. His group creates specialized software for high-performance computing systems to tackle multi-scale geophysical problems. His scientific awards include the Paul Niggli Medal, EGU Arne Richter Award, multiple ERC grants (Starting, Proof-of-Concept, Consolidator), and the Carl Friedrich Gauss Lecturer honor. He has received recognition for editorial contributions including G-Cubed's Excellence in Refereeing award. ERC Consolidator Grant MAGMA (2018-2023) ERC Proof of Concept Grant SALTED (2016-2017) ERC Starting Grant MODEL (2010-2015) John von Neumann Excellence Project for HPC ETH Medal for Ph.D. thesis Kaus actively supervises graduate students and leads research projects funded by major European and German agencies. His group develops open-source software like GeophysicalModelGenerator.jl and maintains strong collaborations with international institutions including ETH Zürich and USC. Current projects focus on magma dynamics, lithospheric shear localization, and the development of advanced numerical methods for geodynamic simulations. The research group operates within the Geodynamics & Geophysics team at JGU Mainz, utilizing high-performance computing resources and collaborating with multiple European research initiatives including IMPRS and FORTHEM networks. Their laboratory specializes in numerical modeling of Earth systems with applications to tectonics, volcanology, and crustal evolution.

• Maritime Engineering
• Digital Twin Technology
• Marine Robotics
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Hans Petter Hildre is Head of Department at the Department of Ocean Operations and Civil Engineering , part of the Faculty of Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His work focuses on maritime engineering, digital twin technology, and marine operations. Research interests include: Digital Twin Applications in Maritime Industry Offshore Operations and Wind Turbine Installation Marine Robotics and Autonomous Systems Wave Field Estimation and Environmental Load Analysis Human-Machine Interaction in Maritime Contexts Co-simulation and Real-time Monitoring Recent publications highlight trends in: Wave shielding effects for offshore vessels Knowledge transfer from automotive/aviation to maritime Crane path planning using digital twins Visual attention zone recognition systems Hydrodynamic modeling and sensitivity analysis Smart city-maritime integration Scientific collaborations span institutions including: European Commission (Future Skills Reports) Royal Institution of Naval Architects The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) IEEE Transactions on multiple domains Springer Publishing

Cecilia ÅsbergView profile

Professor

• Posthumanist gender studies
• Environmental humanities
• Feminist posthumanities
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Cecilia Åsberg is Professor at Linköping University (LiU) since 2005, leading the Theme Gender (TEMAG) department under Department of Theme (TEMA) . She founded the Posthumanities Hub in 2008 - a feminist research platform for interdisciplinary work across art, science, and technology. In 2013, she established The Seed Box , an international environmental humanities program. Current work includes developing ocean humanities through projects like Sea Mania. Professor at Linköping University (2005-present) Founder of Posthumanities Hub (2008) Founder of The Seed Box (2013) Developing ocean humanities and multispecies studies Her research focuses on posthumanist gender studies , environmental humanities , and AI ethics , particularly examining how technology, ecology, and embodiment intersect in contemporary society. She specializes in intersectional analysis of synthetic biology, digital citizenship, and environmental change. Recent publications address AI-generated imagery 's representational politics, multispecies storytelling , and blue humanities approaches to marine ecosystems. She collaborates with networks like the Eco- and Bioart Lab and Queer Death Studies Network . Key projects include: Sea Mania : Coastal culture and sustainable seafood practices Sociocultural implications of AI technology Checking in with Deep Time Clocks : Materializing intergenerational ethics Young Future Creators : Environmental communication for youth As a research leader, she mentors doctoral students and coordinates international collaborations across 28 institutions, funded by ERC , VR , and Formas grants.

Florian ZaussingerView profile

Professor

• Thermal Convection
• Fluid Dynamics
• Astrophysics
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Prof. Florian Zaussinger is a faculty member at the Faculty of Applied Computer and Life Sciences at Mittweida University of Applied Sciences. His research focuses on thermal convection, fluid dynamics, and numerical simulations in both geophysical and astrophysical contexts. He has contributed extensively to studies on microgravity experiments, including the GeoFlow and AtmoFlow projects conducted on the International Space Station (ISS). University: Mittweida University of Applied Sciences Faculty: Applied Computer and Life Sciences Department: Mathematics Contact: +49 3727 58-1381 | florian.zaussinger@hs-mittweida.de | Building 6, Room 6-131 His research involves advanced numerical modeling of complex fluid systems, including spherical convection, dielectric heating, and double-diffusive processes. He has developed and applied computational tools like the ANTARES code to simulate convection in DA white dwarfs, planetary atmospheres, and Earth's mantle. His work bridges theoretical fluid mechanics with experimental validation in space-based microgravity environments. Recent publications highlight his expertise in thermo-electrohydrodynamic convection, planetary fluid flow analysis, and microgravity-induced instabilities. While the scraped data does not list scientific awards or students directly, his academic profile emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration with engineering and life sciences, particularly in applied mathematics for fluid dynamics and experimental data processing.

David EltisView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Atlantic World
• Slavery
• Transatlantic Slave Trade
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David Eltis serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of History at Emory University, where he focuses on the early modern Atlantic World, particularly slavery and migration patterns. His distinguished career spans several decades with significant contributions to understanding the transatlantic slave trade through quantitative and historical analysis. Dr. Eltis earned his BA from Durham University (1962), BEd from Dalhousie University (1965), MA from the University of Alberta (1969), and PhD from the University of Rochester (1979). His educational background provided the foundation for his specialized research in economic history and the Atlantic slave trade. His research primarily centers on the early modern Atlantic World, with particular emphasis on slavery systems, the transatlantic slave trade, and migration patterns (both coerced and free). Eltis has pioneered quantitative approaches to studying the slave trade, developing extensive databases that have transformed scholarly understanding of the scale, structure, and economic dimensions of this historical phenomenon. His work examines the demographic impact of slavery, the economic forces driving the trade, and the experiences of enslaved Africans. Eltis's publications demonstrate a consistent focus on quantitative analysis of the transatlantic slave trade, with increasing emphasis on digital humanities approaches in his later work. His research has evolved from broader economic analyses of slavery's role in Atlantic development to more specific studies of individual regions, trade routes, and the experiences of liberated Africans. The integration of database methodologies with traditional historical analysis represents a significant contribution to the field. British Trevor Reese Memorial Prize (for Economic Growth and The Ending of the Transatlantic Slave Trade ) Frederick Douglass Prize John Ben Snow Prize Wesley-Logan Prize (for The Rise of African Slavery in the Americas ) John T. Hubbell Prize for best article in Civil War History (2008) W.E.B. Dubois Medal from Harvard (2025) Dr. Eltis has received significant research funding, including a two-year NEH grant for his collaborative project on the origins of Africans in the transatlantic slave trade. This project analyzes records of 67,000 Africans liberated from slave vessels in the 19th century. He serves as co-editor of the influential Transatlantic Slave Trade database at www.slavevoyages.org, which represents one of the most comprehensive digital resources on this historical phenomenon. While specific student mentorship isn't detailed in the available information, his extensive publication record suggests he has likely advised numerous graduate students throughout his career. As principal investigator of the NEH-funded project analyzing liberated African records and co-editor of the Transatlantic Slave Trade database, Eltis leads significant collaborative research efforts. These projects involve international teams of scholars working with historical records from multiple archives to reconstruct the experiences and origins of enslaved Africans. His work bridges traditional historical research with digital humanities methodologies, creating resources that benefit scholars across multiple disciplines.

Todd OakleyView profile

Professor

• Evolution
• Bioluminescence
• Convergent Evolution
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Todd Oakley is a Professor and Department Chair of the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology (EEMB) at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). He joined the faculty in 2003 and currently serves as Vice Chair of resources for EEMB, while also being a member of UCSB’s Marine Science Institute. His academic career includes a BS and MS from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, a PhD in Biological Sciences from Duke University, and an NIH-NRSA postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on the origins and evolution of complex traits, particularly visual systems and bioluminescence in marine invertebrates. The lab investigates four main paths: (1) the evolutionary origins of vision and light-interacting genes, (2) diversification of arthropod eye designs, (3) convergent evolution in mollusks like octopuses and chitons, and (4) genetic drivers of ecological interactions in algae relevant to biofuel production. Notable tools developed include the Osiris Galaxy workflow for phylogenomic analysis and the CoMET plug-in for character evolution modeling. Dr. Oakley has advised over 17 students, including graduate and undergraduate researchers, many of whom have pursued postdoctoral or academic roles. His scientific contributions include the NIH-NRSA postdoctoral fellowship and over 119 peer-reviewed publications, often leveraging phylogenetics and genomics to address evolutionary questions. Collaborators include institutions like University of Chicago, UC-Davis, and international centers such as the University of Tartu and Museum Victoria. The lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining fieldwork, molecular techniques, and computational biology.

Martin LuccarelliView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Design
• Industrial Design
• Material Design
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Prof. Dr. Martin Luccarelli serves as Professor of Industrial and Material Design and Deputy Head of the Teaching and Research Centre for Interactive Materials (LFZ IMAT) at Reutlingen University's TEXOVERSUM School of Textiles. His expertise bridges sustainable design, material innovation, and user-centered product development. Teaching Areas: Industrial/material design Location: Building 1, Room 116 Research focuses on green design cues , interactive materials , and sustainable product personality , particularly in automotive contexts. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to design education , eco-friendly material perception , and user interface optimization . Key projects include InBiO (bio-based car interiors) and KICKup (AI-driven cellulose cycles). Contact: martin.luccarelli@reutlingen-university.de

Kjetil NordbyView profile

Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Maritime User Interface Design
• Augmented Reality (AR)
• +4 more

Kjetil Nordby is a Professor at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO), specializing in interaction design for maritime environments. He leads the Ocean Industries Concept Lab (OICL) and manages the OpenBridge Design System, an open-source framework for standardized ship bridge interfaces. Research focus: Augmented/Virtual Reality in maritime operations Key projects: OpenRemote (remote operation center UI), OpenAR (AR integration) Collaborations with institutions like Royal Institution of Naval Architects His work addresses cross-vendor interface consistency, safety-critical UX, and open innovation in maritime design. Recent publications explore AR/VR applications for navigation, collaborative workstations, and energy-conscious maritime systems. Scientific contributions include: 15+ peer-reviewed articles in journals like Journal of Marine Science and Engineering and Applied Ergonomics Book chapters on sensemaking in safety-critical maritime environments

Olivier Coutier-DelgoshaView profile

Professor

• Cavitation
• Multiphase Flow
• Propulsion Systems
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Olivier Coutier-Delgosha is a Professor and Assistant Department Head for Graduate Studies in the Department of Aerospace & Ocean Engineering at Virginia Tech. He holds a Ph.D. and MS from the Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble (INPG), France, and a BS from Ecole Nationale Supérieure de l'Energie. His research focuses on cavitation, multiphase flow dynamics, and propulsion systems, particularly in rotating machinery and environmental fluid mechanics. He leads the Cavitation, Propulsion & Multiphase Flow Lab and collaborates with organizations like SNECMA and CNES. Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble (2001) MS, Mechanical Engineering, Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble (1997) BS, Ecole Nationale Supérieure de l'Energie (1997) Research interests include cavitating flow modeling, environmental fluid dynamics (oil spills), and thermal effects in cavitation. His work combines experimental methods (X-ray imaging, PIV) with advanced CFD simulations. Notable projects include a 400k€ SNECMA-funded study on rocket engine inducers and a NICOP ONR project on cavitation erosion. Publications span 20+ years, emphasizing cavitation instabilities, turbulence modeling, and multiphase flow regimes. Awards include a Fulbright Grant and leadership roles in ISROMAC conferences. He serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Fluids Engineering and reviews for multiple top journals. Labs and teams: Cavitation, Propulsion & Multiphase Flow Lab; Center for Research and Engineering in Aero/Hydrodynamic Technologies (CREATe).

Ottmar EtteView profile

Professor

• Alexander von Humboldt studies
• Literary theory
• Francophone literature
• +9 more

Ottmar Ette is Chair of Romance Literature at the University of Potsdam, Germany, where he has held a professorship since 1995. A leading scholar of Alexander von Humboldt and comparative literature, Ette has established himself as a major intellectual figure through his development of TransArea Studies and the conceptual framework of 'Lebenswissenschaft' (science of life). His academic career spans multiple continents with significant contributions to understanding the intersections of literature, globalization, and cross-cultural knowledge. Ette's research interests form a rich interdisciplinary tapestry exploring literary studies as life science , conviviality (living together), and the poetics of movement within TransArea Studies. His work examines how literary knowledge functions as essential repository of human experience, particularly regarding ethically relevant themes such as migration, belonging, and survival. The scholar has pioneered approaches to understanding literature beyond national boundaries, focusing on 'literatures without fixed abode' and the 'vectorial imagination' that transcends traditional dichotomies between national and world literature. His extensive publication record reveals consistent engagement with globalization processes across historical periods, with particular emphasis on the works of Alexander von Humboldt as a lens for understanding interconnected knowledge systems. Ette's scholarship demonstrates remarkable breadth, spanning from 18th century francophone literature to contemporary transareal literary phenomena, while maintaining focus on how literary texts generate knowledge for living in increasingly interconnected worlds. 2014 Research Award Escuela Nacional de Altos Estudios from UNAM 2014 Honorary Member of the Modern Language Association of America 2013 Ordinary Member of the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences 2012 Chevalier dans l'Ordre des Palmes Académiques (France) 2010 Ordinary Member of the Academia Europaea 2001 Hugo Friedrich/Erich Köhler Research Award 1991 Young Scholars Award for Romance Literature 1987 Heinz-Maier-Leibnitz Award Ette has directed significant research projects including the 3-year Research Project on Humboldt's American Travel Diaries (2014-2017) and the 18-year project 'Travelling Humboldt - Science on the Move' at the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences. He co-founded multiple DFG-funded Research Training Groups including 'lebensformen + lebenswissen' (2006), 'Zwischen Räume' (2009), and 'Sichtbarkeit und Sichtbarmachung' (2011). His editorial work encompasses founding the electronic journal HiN - Alexander von Humboldt in the Net and serving as co-editor of Iberoamericana and Istmo. As co-founder of the ForLaBB (Research Network Latin America Berlin-Brandenburg), Ette has created important institutional frameworks for transnational scholarly exchange. His academic leadership extends through organizing numerous international conferences on topics ranging from 'Caribbean(s) on the Move' to 'Conviviality in Difference,' fostering collaborative research environments that bridge disciplinary and geographical boundaries.

• Scientific Computing
• Numerical Analysis
• Applied Mathematics
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Eirik Valseth is an Associate Professor of Scientific Computing at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), Department of Data Science. He holds concurrent roles as a research associate at the Oden Institute, University of Texas at Austin, and an affiliated researcher at Simula Research Laboratory (Department of Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing). His expertise lies in advanced finite element methods for PDEs with applications in flood modeling and hydropower systems. Current Affiliation: NMBU (Norwegian University of Life Sciences) Secondary Affiliations: Oden Institute (UT Austin), Simula Research Laboratory Research interests span numerical methods for challenging PDE systems, including: Stabilized finite element formulations Hurricane storm surge and riverine flood modeling Hydropower infrastructure analysis Computational mechanics and applied mathematics His recent publications (2024–2025) emphasize flood risk assessment (compound flooding, dam breaks, dredging impacts), advanced numerical methods (isogeometric analysis, stochastic finite elements, graph-grammar algorithms), and environmental applications (pollution transport, pathogen distribution, mosquito population dynamics after hurricanes). Key trends include cross-disciplinary integration of physics-aware machine learning and robust hydrodynamic simulation tools. Valseth's work extends to software development (e.g., WAVEx for spectral wave models, SWEMniCS for coastal circulation) and large-scale modeling frameworks like the ADCIRC unstructured mesh model for US coasts. Collaborative projects involve institutions such as University of Texas at Austin, Simula, and NOAA.

Mark Overmyer-VelázquezView profile

Professor

• Latin American History
• Mexican Migration
• Transnational Studies
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Mark Overmyer-Velázquez serves as Dean and Chief Administrative Officer at UConn Hartford and holds a professorship in Latino & Latin American Studies. He is also a Faculty Associate at the Human Rights Institute and a UConn Honors Faculty Fellow. Previously, he served as Research Professor at the Leonel Fernández Center for Latin American Studies at the University of Jordan (2014-2018) and as Co-chair for the Latino Studies Section of the Latin American Studies Association (2012-2014). His research interests center on transnational migration between Mexico and the United States, Modern Mexico, U.S. Latino/a studies, and Las Américas. His scholarly work examines economic and political imperialism, human rights, migration, cultural nationalism, political membership, gender relations, race and racism, identity formation, religion, labor, immigration law, and the arts. He approaches these topics through historical analysis with special emphasis on the history of Greater Mexico, including the Mexico/US border and the Mexican diaspora. Overmyer-Velázquez's publications reveal a consistent evolution from regional Mexican history toward broader transnational and global migration patterns. His early work focused on Porfirian Oaxaca and visual culture, then expanded to Mexico-US migration history, and most recently to global Latin(o) American diasporas extending beyond the traditional US-centric framework to include movements within the Global South and across the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. 2007 Best Book Prize, New England Council on Latin American Studies Finalist, 2007 Urban History Association Kenneth Jackson Award 2009 American Library Association Booklist Editors' Choice Winner Latin American Studies Association, Latino Studies Section Outstanding Article Award 2014 Finalist, Conference on Latin American History, Vanderwood Article Prize, 2014 Choice Academic Title Award His academic leadership extends beyond traditional scholarly work through service on the West Hartford Board of Education (2011-2017), where he applied his historical training to educational policy. He has received numerous prestigious fellowships including a Fulbright Visiting Scholar award, Howard Foundation Fellowship, Peggy Rockefeller Visiting Scholar position at Harvard, and an Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship. His editorial work, particularly on the two-volume series Latino America: State by State, demonstrates his commitment to documenting the historical significance of growing Latin(o) American populations throughout the United States.

Maggie CaoView profile

Associate Professor

• 18th-19th Century American Art
• Globalization and Art
• Media Theory
• +3 more

Maggie Cao is the David G. Frey Associate Professor of Art History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She specializes in 18th-19th century American art within global contexts, focusing on intersections of art with technology, natural science, and economics. Her work includes two monographs: The End of Landscape in Nineteenth-Century America (2018) and Painting US Empire (2025). B.A. and Ph.D. in Art History from Harvard University (2006, 2014) Postdoctoral work at Columbia University’s Society of Fellows Her research examines globalization and artistic responses to modernity, including ecological temporality through Arctic photographs, geological time in etchings, and nonhuman time in art materials. Selected publications and projects span trompe l’oeil still lifes, media theory, and cultural artifacts linked to colonial systems. She has received prestigious fellowships from the National Humanities Center, Terra Foundation, Smithsonian, and Getty Research Institute. Undergraduate courses: Introduction to American Art, Art and Money, Making Material Histories (Makerspace) Graduate courses: Art and Environments, Media and Materiality