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Andrew ZissermanView profile

Research Professor

University of OxfordUnited Kingdom

Andrew Zisserman is a Royal Society Research Professor at the University of Oxford's Department of Engineering Science, affiliated with the Visual Geometry Group (VGG). His research focuses on computer vision, artificial intelligence, and neural networks, with significant contributions to multimodal learning, video understanding, and 3D scene analysis. He leads projects exploring visual-language models, audio-visual synchronization, and clinical imaging applications. Key research areas include: Video analysis and temporal modeling Multimodal systems for sign language translation and action recognition 3D shape estimation and physical property inference Foundation models and cross-modal retrieval Recent work highlights: Developed Flamingo and Tapir models for video-language tasks Advancements in spinal MRI analysis and clinical imaging Leadership in EGO4D and VoxCeleb challenges Honors include Fellowship of the Royal Society (FRS) and the ISSLS Prize in Clinical Science 2023 for spinal analysis innovations. His lab collaborates globally, emphasizing real-world applications in healthcare and autonomous systems.

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John LoweView profile

Teaching Professor

Savannah College of Art and DesignUnited States

John Lowe is a Teaching Professor of Sequential Art at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), holding this position since 2012. Previously, he served as Dean of the School of Communication Arts (2008–2012), Chair of the Sequential Art Department (2003–2008), and Professor of Sequential Art (2002). His career spans academic leadership and professional inking for major comic publishers like DC Comics, Marvel Comics, and Archie Comics. Education: M.F.A., Sequential Art, Savannah College of Art and Design B.F.A., Drawing/Studio Art, University of Knoxville His research interests focus on advancing sequential art education and visual storytelling techniques. He has curated exhibitions such as Contemporary Cartoonists (2006) and Panel Progressions: 100 Years of Sequential Art (2005). His publications include textbooks like Foundations in Comic Book Art (2014) and articles in Varoom Magazine . Awards: Presidential Fellowship (SCAD, 2006) Outstanding Graduate Student (SCAD, 2002) Board of Trustees Fellowship (SCAD, 2000) He has advised numerous students through his editorial roles in anthologies and has engaged in civic initiatives linking art education to community projects.

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Dorit AbuschView profile

Professor

Cornell UniversityUnited States

Professor Dorit Abusch is a faculty member in the Department of Linguistics and Philosophy at Cornell University's College of Arts & Sciences. Her research focuses on semantics, pragmatics, and their applications to visual narratives. She explores topics like tense semantics, presupposition triggering, modal logic, and the interplay between language and visual media. Current work extends linguistic methodologies to analyze art forms such as comics, cave paintings, and temple sculptures. Her research interests include formal semantics applied to visual narratives, dynamic semantics, possible world theory, and multimodal discourse representation. She investigates how visual elements like sequential art and pictorial sequences convey temporal progression, aspectual distinctions, and free perception constructions through semiotic frameworks. Recent presentations include talks on applying semantics to film and picturebooks at institutions like MIT and the University of Padua. Her publications emphasize cross-media analysis, with key works published in Linguistics & Philosophy and Sinn und Bedeutung . Abusch has received grants for projects studying visual narratives in Indian art and wall paintings of Rajasthan. These include a 2012-2013 Humanities Research Grant and a Cornell Institute for Social Sciences award. Her work bridges linguistics with philosophy and visual studies, offering innovative frameworks for understanding non-linguistic communication through formal semantic tools.

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Constantinos DaskalakisView profile

Professor

Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyUnited States

Constantinos Daskalakis is the Armen Avanessians (1982) Professor in the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing and the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS). He joined MIT in 2009 and is a member of the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), affiliated with the Laboratory for Information and Decision Systems (LIDS) and the Operations Research Center (ORC). His research focuses on theoretical computer science, with emphasis on game theory, machine learning, and high-dimensional statistics. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science (not explicitly stated, but implied by tenure and awards). Research interests include computational complexity of Nash equilibria, multi-item auctions, machine learning algorithms, and causal inference. His work bridges game theory, economics, probability, and statistics, with applications in AI and healthcare. Key contributions include resolving long-standing problems in computational game theory and developing efficient methods for statistical hypothesis testing. He has been recognized with the 2018 Nevanlinna Prize, ACM Grace Murray Hopper Award, and the Kalai Game Theory Prize. Affiliations: CSAIL, LIDS, ORC, and the Foundations of Data Science Institute. Active in multi-agent learning, bias mitigation in data, and generative models.

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Shih-Fu ChangView profile

Professor

Columbia UniversityUnited States

Shih-Fu Chang is the Dean of Columbia Engineering and holds the Morris A. and Alma Schapiro Professorship at Columbia University. His research focuses on computer vision, machine learning, and multimedia information retrieval. He is recognized as a foundational figure in the field of content-based visual search and has pioneered innovations in image/video search engines, crime prevention systems, and brain-machine interfaces. His leadership roles include Chair of Columbia's Electrical Engineering Department (2007-2010), Editor-in-Chief of the IEEE Signal Processing Magazine (2006-2008), and Senior Executive Vice Dean at Columbia Engineering, where he drives strategic planning and international collaboration. Dr. Chang has received prestigious awards including the ACM Multimedia Technical Achievement Award, IEEE Signal Processing Technical Achievement Award, and IEEE Kiyo Tomiyasu Award. He is a Fellow of AAAS, ACM, and IEEE, and an Academician of Academia Sinica. His recent work emphasizes multimodal reasoning, few-shot learning, and vision-language systems, with applications in healthcare diagnostics and multimedia benchmarking. His research spans cross-modal understanding, event extraction, and adaptive AI systems. Key contributions include systems like Ferret-v2 for multimodal grounding and RESIN for schema-guided event tracking. He has advised multiple startups and actively contributes to curriculum development in AI and engineering education.

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Olivia BadoiView profile

Assistant Professor

Saint Louis UniversityUnited States

Olivia Badoi is a faculty member in the Department of English at Saint Louis University-Madrid. She holds a Ph.D. in English from Fordham University and contributes to the academic mission through teaching and research in modernist studies, graphic narratives, and ecocriticism. Education: Ph.D. in English, Fordham University M.A. in English, Wroclaw University B.A. in American Studies, University of Bucharest Dr. Badoi's research lies at the intersection of modernist literature, visual culture, and environmental thought. Her work explores how wordless narratives, particularly woodcut novels, engage with ecological themes and nonhuman agency. She introduces the concept of arboreal modernism to describe how trees and forests serve as structural and symbolic models in modernist art. Her scholarship spans ecocriticism, feminist modernism, adaptation studies, and the representation of animals and nature in media. She is currently completing her first book, Arboreal Modernism and the Woodcut Book , under contract. Her recent publications and conference presentations reveal a strong interdisciplinary trajectory, combining literary analysis with visual culture, environmental philosophy, and translation studies. Themes such as deep time, materiality, liminality, and nonverbal communication recur across her work, reflecting a sustained engagement with the boundaries between human and nonhuman, word and image, nature and culture. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards listed in the provided text. Dr. Badoi actively contributes to academic discourse through peer-reviewed publications and international conference presentations. While specific grant funding is not mentioned, her book contract and scholarly output indicate a robust research profile. She mentors students through her academic role, though no named advisees are listed. Her work is supported by her affiliation with Saint Louis University-Madrid, where she participates in scholarly events such as the Landscape, Narrative, and Deep Time conference. She is associated with academic teams and initiatives focused on modernism, adaptation, and environmental humanities, as evidenced by her conference organization and participation.

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Desmond ElliottView profile

Associate Professor

University of CopenhagenDenmark

Desmond Elliott is an Associate Professor in the Natural Language Processing section at the Department of Computer Science, University of Copenhagen (UCPH). His research focuses on multimodal and multilingual models with specific emphasis on vision-language integration and tokenization-free NLP approaches. He teaches Bachelor and Master's level courses including Advanced Topics in Natural Language Processing (since 2019), Grundlæggende Data Science (since 2023), and previously Data Science (2021-2023). His research interests center on building and understanding multimodal and multilingual models , particularly exploring vision and language interactions through billion-parameter systems. Current work investigates cultural representation disparities in vision-language models, parameter-efficient captioning, and multimodal distributional semantics across diverse domains including food culture and medical imaging. His methodology emphasizes real-world applicability in non-English contexts and ethical considerations in multimodal systems. Elliott's recent publications (2025) demonstrate leadership in multimodal NLP, with significant contributions to vision-language pretraining, multilingual evaluation frameworks, and clinical NLP applications. His work spans theoretical advancements in model architectures and practical implementations addressing challenges in low-resource languages and domain adaptation. Best Long Paper Award at EMNLP 2021 Best Poster Award at COLING 2019 As an active educator, Elliott contributes to courses on Fair and Transparent Machine Learning and previously taught Information Retrieval. His research collaborations span international institutions with particular focus on European and non-English language contexts, reflecting UCPH's recognition as Europe's #1 institution for HCI research over the past decade.

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Christopher HoneyView profile

Associate Professor

Johns Hopkins UniversityUnited States

Christopher Honey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University, affiliated with the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on computational cognitive neuroscience, exploring how the brain processes sequential information such as language and memory. He holds a PhD from Indiana University and has held positions at Princeton University and the University of Toronto before joining JHU in 2016. Education: PhD in Psychological and Brain Sciences, Indiana University Postdoctoral Fellowship at Princeton University with Uri Hasson Bachelor’s in Applied Mathematics and English Literature, University of Cape Town Research Interests: Neural dynamics of memory and perception Temporal processing in the brain Cognitive modeling using computational methods Neuroimaging data standards (e.g., BIDS) Publications highlight his work on brain state fluctuations, neuroimaging data structures, and memory enhancement. His lab develops tools for analyzing fMRI and EEG data, emphasizing real-world applications like smartphone-based cognitive interventions. Lab and Collaborations: Active projects on narrative processing and hippocampal replay Development of open-source neuroscience tools like iELVis Focus on translational research for aging populations

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Alison BakerView profile

Senior Lecturer

University of East LondonUnited Kingdom

Alison Baker is a Senior Lecturer at the University of East London within the School of Childhood and Social Care. She specializes in Education and teaches modules on inclusion, Primary English, children's literature, and reflective practice in Primary Teaching. PhD candidate researching white working-class children in children's fantasy fiction Areas of expertise: Social class representation, reading for pleasure, inclusive pedagogy Research Focus: Investigates how social class portrayal in fantasy literature impacts children's reading engagement, with particular attention to working-class disempowerment in fictional narratives. Her work bridges literary analysis with educational practice through projects like the UEL Goodreads discussion group. Key Publications: Contributions on social class in Harry Potter, children's comics, and critical reading pedagogy. Notable works include analyses of social capital in fantasy fiction and the use of social media for teacher development. External Roles: Served as Children's Programme Coordinator at Eastercon 2019 (Ytterbium) and currently sits on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Historical Fiction.

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J. Andrew DemanView profile

Associate Professor

University of WaterlooCanada

J. Andrew Deman is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream at the University of Waterloo, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts. His research spans Graphic Narrative, Comics, Manga, Anime , and Professional Communications , with a focus on gender, sexuality, and cultural representation. PhD in English from the University of Waterloo MA and HBA from Lakehead University Deman’s research interrogates gender subversion in superhero comics (e.g., X-Men ), healing manga (iyashikei), and LGBTQ+ representation in youth-oriented media. His work bridges academic scholarship with public engagement through the SSHRC-funded Sequential Scholars project and a podcast on Sexuality and Gender in Manga . Key publications include The Claremont Run: Subverting Gender in the X-Men (Eisner Award, 2024) and analyses of Julie Doucet, Phoebe Gloeckner, and Superman. His awards include multiple SSHRC grants, the Warren G. Ober Award for Teaching, and the Eisner Award. SSHRC IDG (2025-2029) SSHRC IDRG (2018-2020) Jack Gray Graduate Fellowship (2006) Eisner Award (2024) Deman’s teaching prioritizes safety, inclusion, and critical engagement with emerging texts. He is currently finalizing a manuscript on BDSM in Chris Claremont’s X-Men titled The Claremont Kink .

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Hannah DitchfieldView profile

Research Fellow

University of SheffieldUnited Kingdom

Dr. Hannah Ditchfield is a Research Fellow at the University of Sheffield’s School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations. She holds a PhD in Media and Communication from the University of Leicester (2018) and has taught Digital Media and Society modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her research focuses on digital media’s role in everyday life, particularly how people use social media platforms to construct identity, navigate health-related risks (e.g., genetic predispositions to cancer), and engage with data practices in the public sector. Current projects include studying ‘previvors’ (individuals with genetic cancer risk) on TikTok and analyzing public perceptions of data use through interviews and focus groups. Education: PhD in Media and Communication, University of Leicester (2013–2018) MA in Communication and Media, Loughborough University BSc in Communication and Media, Loughborough University Research Interests: Online identity and self-presentation Social media affordances and interaction management Data ethics and public discourse on technology Health communication and genetic risk advocacy Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator: Previvorship in the Platform Society: Cancer Genetic Risk in the Digital Age (since 2022) Research Associate: Living With Data: Knowledge, Experience and Perceptions of Data Practices (2020–2022) Lab/Team Affiliations: None explicitly stated, but collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on digital health and data ethics projects.

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Maryanne A. RhettView profile

Professor

Monmouth UniversityUnited States

Maryanne A. Rhett serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of History and Anthropology at Monmouth University, where her scholarship bridges modern Middle Eastern and Islamic history with popular culture, nationalism, and world history through the lens of comics and graphic narratives. She actively shapes historical pedagogy as Director of the Graduate Program in History and through leadership roles in the World History Association. Her educational foundation includes: Ph.D. from Washington State University Dr. Rhett's research examines how sequential art mediates cultural discourse, particularly in representations of Islam, nationalist movements, and global historical events. She investigates the pedagogical power of comics in world history education while analyzing Orientalist tropes and migration narratives across visual media. Her work consistently connects academic historiography with public engagement through accessible formats. Her publication trajectory reveals evolving scholarly focus: early work established foundational analysis of Islamic representation in comics (2012-2014), followed by pedagogical applications in world history classrooms (2007, 2013), and recent expansion into migration narratives and contemporary superhero discourse (2021). This progression demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary reach while maintaining core commitments to postcolonial theory and visual cultural analysis. Dr. Rhett mentors graduate students as Director of the History Master's Program, supervising theses and comprehensive exams annually. Her administrative leadership extends to departmental chair duties and active participation in the Monmouth University Biennial Conference on Race, though specific grant funding details remain unmentioned in available records. Professional engagement includes ongoing service as Secretary (2013–present) and Program Chair (2009–present) for the World History Association, reflecting sustained commitment to global historical scholarship and pedagogy.

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Monica GermanaView profile

Professor

University of WestminsterUnited Kingdom

Monica Germana is a Reader in Gothic and Contemporary Studies at the University of Westminster since 2020, with a focus on Gothic literature, contemporary fiction, Scottish culture, and fashion studies. She has previously taught at the University of Derby and Roehampton University, and was a tutor at the University of Glasgow during her PhD studies. Executive Secretary, International Gothic Association (2011–present) Member, International Association for the Study of Scottish Literatures Member, Scottish Society for Northern Studies Her research spans interdisciplinary intersections of gender, Gothic traditions, and cultural identity , including Scottish literature, Arctic narratives, and James Bond studies. She has explored hauntings in postcolonial spaces, 21st-century monsters, and the Gothic's role in environmental humanities. Recent publications analyze the James Bond franchise's gendered fashion, Gothic landscapes in Scottish and Italian cinema, and Arctic-Scottish cultural links. Her work has been recognized with the Emily Toth Award honourable mention (2020) and a shortlisting for the Allan Lloyd Smith Prize (2019). Supervision: Currently advising Valeria Ryrak (autofiction/memory) and Kevin MacNeil (Buddhism in writing) Former Students: Aisling McKeown (migrancy in Irish narrative), Kate Turner (queer Scottish fiction)

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Raphaël BaroniView profile

Associate Professor

University of LausanneSwitzerland

Raphaël Baroni is an Associate Professor of Teaching French as a Foreign Language at the School of French as a Foreign Language (EFLE), Faculty of Arts, University of Lausanne (UNIL). He has held this position since August 1, 2011, and has been actively involved in research and academic collaboration since 2005. He previously taught at the University of Michigan and conducted research at the Center for Research on Arts and Language (EHESS-CNRS) in Paris. His research centers on narratology, particularly narrative tension, plot dynamics, focalization, and transmedial storytelling, with a strong emphasis on the didactic applications of narrative theory in language learning. He aims to develop a general narrative theory while exploring its role as a reflective and pedagogical tool in French language acquisition. His work bridges literary theory, cognitive narratology, and language pedagogy. The recent scholarly output shows a consistent focus on narrative theory, especially in graphic narratives and transmedia contexts. His publications explore narrative pacing, segmentation, immersion, and the teaching of narrative concepts. There is a clear trend toward interdisciplinary research, connecting narratology with media studies, education, and cognitive science. Raphaël Baroni founded the French-speaking Narratology Network (RRN) and co-founded the Research Group on Language Biographies (GReBL) to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration among Francophone scholars. These initiatives reflect his commitment to building academic communities around narrative studies. He has not received any scientific awards mentioned in the source material, and no information is available about advising students or securing research grants. His work is primarily theoretical and pedagogical, with a strong publication record in narratology and French language education.

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Anna PawlakView profile

Professor

University of ZurichSwitzerland

Prof. Dr. Anna Pawlak is a Full Professor of Modern Art History at the University of Zurich since September 2025. She previously held a W3 Professorship in Early Modern Art at the Institute of Art History, Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen (2020–2025) and was First Deputy Spokesperson of the Collaborative Research Center 1391 "Other Aesthetics" (2022–2025). Her research focuses on intermediality, visual rhetoric, and cultural hybridity in early modern Dutch art, canon formation, and the epistemic potential of printed works. University of Zurich (2025–present) Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen (2014–2025) Her projects, such as SFB 1391 Subproject C4 "Intermedialität und Repräsentation," explore Latin epigrams and Dutch prints as sites of aesthetic and political negotiation. She has published extensively on topics like Hendrick Goltzius' engravings, Juan de Valdés Leal's hieroglyphs, and the cultural dynamics of Antwerp's festivals. Recent awards include the 2012 Offermann-Hergarten Prize for her dissertation on Pieter Bruegel the Elder. Co-editor of "Plurale Autorschaft" (2023) Co-editor of "Andere Ästhetik meets Andere Ästhetik" (2024) Her articles analyze the intersection of Latin texts and visual art, emphasizing how intermediality shaped European cultural memory. She collaborates with institutions like the University of Zurich, Tübingen's Graphische Sammlung, and the Bibliotheca Hertziana, Rome. Active in organizing workshops and exhibitions, including "Heemskerck & Co. Welt/Bewegend" (2022), she continues to bridge art history with interdisciplinary aesthetics.

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