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• Ancient Greek History
• Epigraphy
• Oracular Sanctuaries
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Jessica Piccinini is an Associate Professor in Greek History (STAN-01/A) at the University of Macerata , specializing in Ancient Greek History , Epigraphy , and Oracular Sanctuaries . She earned her D.Phil. from the University of Oxford (Wolfson College) and holds a postgraduate course from the British School at Athens. Education: D.Phil. in Greek Ancient History (Oxford), Master of Studies (Oxford), Degree in Classics (Macerata) Affiliations: University of Macerata, University of Vienna, Harvard University Center for Hellenic Studies Her research focuses on Greek religious practices , political institutions , and Mediterranean cultural exchange , particularly through the Dodona Project and Axon – Sylloge Italiana di Iscrizioni Greche . She has led excavation campaigns in Albania and Italy. Recent publications highlight her expertise in ancient soundscapes , Greek tragedy , and textile studies , with keywords spanning archaeology, epigraphy, and Mediterranean economies. She co-organized the photography exhibition 'Hadrianopolis: Exploring an Ancient Town in Epirus' and serves on editorial boards like the Journal of Religion, Film and Media . Scientific Awards Rientro dei Cervelli (Rita Levi Montalcini) Onassis Scholars' Fellowship Margo Tytus Fellowship Ernst Mach Fellowship Jessica has taught courses on Greek Religion and Sanctuaries , Democracy in Ancient Greece , and Magna Graecia and Sicily at institutions including the University of Vienna and University of Reading. Current research projects include the Dodona Project and Adriatlas , with a focus on digital epigraphy and ancient cultural networks.

Evgeny StemasovView profile

Researcher

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Extended Reality (XR)
• Personal Fabrication
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Evgeny Stemasov is a Researcher at the University of Ulm's Department of Media Informatics, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Extended Reality (XR). He completed his PhD in 2025 with a focus on ubiquitous personal fabrication and in-situ interactions. His work bridges digital and physical design, emphasizing tools for effortless creation and customization of artifacts. Education: B.Sc. (2015), M.Sc. (2018) in Media Informatics from University of Ulm. His master's thesis explored augmented reality in auditory mediated environments. PhD thesis addressed low-effort fabrication using XR. Research Interests: Personal fabrication systems, mixed reality interaction, tangible interfaces, and immersive creative practices. He explores how technologies like AR/VR can democratize design and fabrication processes. Publications highlight innovations in hybrid board games (DungeonMaker), parametric design in XR (pARam), and ephemeral fabrication. His work frequently appears at top HCI conferences like CHI and TEI. Recipient of multiple 'Special Recognition for Outstanding Reviews' at conferences including CHI, DIS, and IMWUT. Supervised projects in design thinking, interactive systems, and hardware sketching. Teaching roles include 'Fundamentals of Interactive Systems' and 'Research Trends in Media Informatics' across multiple terms. Lab affiliations include the Human-Computer Interaction research group at University of Ulm, focusing on tangible and immersive interaction systems.

Susan Schmidt HorningView profile

Associate Professor

• 20th Century US Cultural History
• Technology History
• Sound Studies
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Susan Schmidt Horning is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at St. John's University, part of the St. John's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. She specializes in 20th-century US cultural and technological history, with a focus on sound studies and music technology. Her research explores the intersection of technology and creativity in recording studios, as detailed in her book Chasing Sound (2013). She has held grants from the National Science Foundation and National Endowment for the Humanities, and her work bridges her academic career with her earlier life as a rock musician and band member in bands like The Poor Girls and Chi-Pig. Dr. Horning's education includes a PhD from Case Western Reserve University (2002), an MA from the University of Akron (1992), and a BA from the University of Akron (1990). She teaches courses on postwar US history, technology, media, and global history. Her research and publications emphasize the cultural implications of recording technology, gender roles in music industries, and independent studio innovations. Her recent work includes studies on all-female rock bands in the 1960s and the role of women in sound engineering. She has presented globally at conferences like the Society for the History of Technology and the International Committee for the History of Technology. Her articles span topics from studio design to the history of rock and roll museums. Awards and grants have supported her exploration of sound recording's cultural impact. She is affiliated with the Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, where her interviews with recording engineers are archived. Dr. Horning's academic contributions blend her dual passions for history and music, offering unique insights into technology's role in shaping cultural narratives.

• Music Performance
• Jazz
• Electronica
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Simon Beddoe is a Senior Lecturer in Professional Studies at Leeds Conservatoire, specializing in live music management and coordinating the live music management module. He is an accomplished trumpet/flugelhorn player and composer, internationally recognized for his work with Submotion Orchestra and other groups. Simon holds a jazz studies background from Leeds Conservatoire and has extensive experience in event organization, tour management, and theatre productions. Education: Jazz Studies at Leeds Conservatoire His research interests focus on collaborative music production, brass instrumentation in modern genres, and event management strategies for live music. Simon’s work spans electronica, jazz, and funk, with compositions featured in TV commercials and library music. He has contributed to over 20 albums across various labels since 2003. Simon’s career includes roles as events manager at The Wardrobe, promoter rep for Soundcrash and AGMP, and production manager for festivals like The Funk and Soul Weekender. He co-founded Leeds Improvised Music Association to support local music communities. Notable collaborations include Submotion Orchestra (over 10 years), Incognito, and The West Yorkshire Playhouse. He has produced sample libraries for Samplephonics and Loopmasters, emphasizing live brass textures. Simon’s discography highlights include albums like Colour Theory (2016) and 2 Hands Up (2020), showcasing his versatility as a performer and arranger.

Gilles CHARDONView profile

Associate Professor

• Signal Processing
• Acoustics
• Electrical Engineering
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Gilles CHARDON is an Associate Professor at CentraleSupélec and a member of the Laboratoire des Signaux et Systèmes (L2S). His research focuses on inverse problems in acoustics, sparsity-based methods, and compressed sensing. He holds a PhD in Acoustics from Pierre and Marie Curie University (2012) and an HDR (Habilitation) in 2025. His work includes contributions to acoustic source localization, radar emitter classification using optimal transport, and algorithmic developments for large-scale problems. **Education**: École Polytechnique (2005–2009) Telecom ParisTech (2008–2009) Master in Acoustics, Music, and Signal Processing (ATIAM) (2008–2009) PhD in Acoustics from UPMC (2009–2012) **Research Interests**: Acoustic imaging and sparse signal processing Radar signal analysis and optimal transport applications Source localization and covariance matrix fitting **Notable Contributions**: Development of the DAMAS algorithm for acoustic source localization Work on compressive beamforming and gridless methods Publications in IEEE Transactions, Journal of Sound and Vibration, and top conferences like GRETSI and EUSIPCO **Students**: Supervised PhD/Master students including Pierre Avital, Manon Mottier, Emilien Boizard, and Sarah Roual.

Dario PrandiView profile

Researcher

• Sub-Riemannian Geometry
• Neural Fields
• Control Theory
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Dario Prandi is a Researcher at the Laboratoire des Signaux et Systèmes (L2S) within CentraleSupélec, located in Gif-sur-Yvette, France. His work bridges mathematical analysis, control theory, and neuroscience, with a focus on geometric models of vision and auditory processing. He holds a PhD from École Polytechnique (2013) and has authored numerous high-impact publications in journals like SIAM and IEEE conferences. Research interests span sub-Riemannian geometry, neural field equations, and mathematical neuroscience. Notable contributions include cortical-inspired models explaining visual illusions (e.g., MacKay and Poggendorff effects), sound reconstruction via bio-inspired geometric frameworks, and the application of control theory to image processing and neural dynamics. His work often combines advanced mathematical techniques with applications in biomedical engineering and artificial perception. Recent activities include developing homogeneous observers for cortical activity models and analyzing decay rates in nonlinear systems. He collaborates extensively with institutions like Inria and the University of Paris-Saclay, contributing to transversal research axes in energy, Industry 4.0, and health technologies. Labs/Teams: Member of L2S's research groups Modélisation et Estimation, Problèmes Inverses, and the Automatique et Systèmes department. His research aligns with interdisciplinary projects in geometric science of information and hypoelliptic diffusion processes.

Daniel GillView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Social Perception
• Cognitive Psychology
• Facial Morphology
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Dr. Daniel Gill is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Winchester. He holds a BSc in Physics (Magna cum laude) from Ben-Gurion University, Israel; an MSc in Computational Neuroscience and a PhD in Statistics from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He completed a Postdoctoral Research Associate position at the Institute of Neuroscience and Psychology, University of Glasgow, UK. His research focuses on cognitive mechanisms of social perception, particularly social inference from facial morphology, dynamics, and coloration. He develops innovative psychophysical methods and has pioneered techniques like Bubble-Warp for visualizing mental representations. Earlier work includes machine learning applications in shape recognition and biomedical signal analysis, earning a Best Paper Award in 2007. Research Interests: Social perception and cognition Facial dynamics and their role in social interaction Machine learning in biomedical signal processing Gender differences in facial perception Publications highlight trends in facial morphology analysis, dynamic gesture effects on social judgment, and cross-cultural studies in social evaluation. His work bridges psychology, neuroscience, and computational methods, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Awards include recognition for shape classification research. Advising/Grants: No specific advisees or grants listed. Collaborations focus on interdisciplinary projects.

James SaundersView profile

Professor

• Composition
• Experimental Music
• Cognitive Science in Music
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James Saunders is a Professor of Music at Bath Spa University, affiliated with the Bath School of Music and Performing Arts. He holds a PhD from the University of Huddersfield and has held roles as an external examiner at multiple institutions, including Brunel University and the Royal Academy of Music. His research focuses on open-form compositions, group behaviors, and rule-based systems that explore decision-making dynamics in musical performance. Saunders has been commissioned by prestigious institutions like Wien Modern and the BBC, with works performed by ensembles such as the Arditti Quartet and BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra. His academic qualifications include a BMus (Hons), PGDip, MusM, and PhD, all from the University of Huddersfield and Royal Northern College of Music. Professional memberships include the AHRC Peer Review College and PRS for Music. Saunders co-authored the book Word Events: Perspectives on Verbal Notation and supervises PhD students in composition and experimental music, convening the Open Scores Lab. Research interests emphasize cognitive load, modular composition, and the sociological aspects of music-making. His recent works, such as it is the behaviour that a system tends towards and encourages that needs to be understood (2021), investigate local decision-making’s impact on group consensus. Saunders’ articles analyze topics like rule-based systems and interdisciplinary approaches to music.

Mohammadmahdi FarajiView profile

Research Fellow

• MEMS
• Sensor Systems
• Digital Signal Processing
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Mohammadmahdi Faraji is a Research Fellow at the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL), where he joined the Integrated Micro and Nanotechnologies Group in April 2021. His work focuses on designing and developing digital electronic systems for MEMS controllers, including precise temperature controllers, gas sensor setups using pyroelectric crystals, and customized drivers for inkjet print heads. Dr. Faraji received his PhD in Digital Systems from Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran in 2020. His doctoral research proposed a distributed sound source localization system using acoustic sensor nodes and a fuzzy fusion algorithm for real-time outdoor applications. He also holds an MSc in Electrical Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology (2013), where he designed a distributed acoustic source localizer based on wireless sensor networks. His research spans several key areas: MEMS and sensor systems design Digital signal processing and embedded systems FPGA implementation for real-time control Distributed sensor networks for acoustic localization Flexible printed electronics and nanomaterials for sensors Recent publications (2015-2022) demonstrate a progression from acoustic source localization using spiking neural networks to advanced materials for force sensing and printed electronics. His work bridges electrical engineering, materials science, and computational neuroscience. No scientific awards or fellowships are mentioned in the provided text. Dr. Faraji is a member of the Piteira Research Group at INL, contributing to projects in the Integrated Micro and Nanotechnologies Group. His current research involves developing MEMS controllers and sensor systems for diverse applications.

F. SetakiView profile

Researcher

• Sustainable Architecture
• Circular Building Industry
• Acoustic Design
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F. Setaki is a researcher at Delft University of Technology within the Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment, specializing in the Environmental Technology and Design department. Their work bridges architectural innovation with sustainable material science, focusing on circular economy applications in the building sector. Research centers on acoustic design using recycled materials (e.g., drinking straws as sound absorbers) and additive manufacturing for sustainable construction. Key contributions include 3D-printed broadband sound absorbers (2023) and terra-ink earth manufacturing for emergency architecture (2019). The research trajectory shows increasing focus on circular building systems, evolving from material studies (2017 polypropylene composites) to disruptive industry-wide circular models (2022). Scientific impact is demonstrated through high-citation publications in Building and Environment (46 Scopus citations) and Architecture, Structures and Construction . Collaborations span TU Delft departments and international institutions, with notable partnerships with M. Turrin, M. Tenpierik, and A. van Timmeren. Current work emphasizes scalable solutions for material reuse in architectural practice.

Catherine CarrView profile

Professor

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Sound Localization
• Neuroethology
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Catherine Carr is a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Maryland. She directs research on neural mechanisms of sound localization across species including barn owls, alligators, and geckos. Her laboratory examines evolutionary conservation of auditory circuits, particularly delay-line coincidence detection systems that enable interaural time difference processing. Current projects investigate developmental assembly of sound localization maps and comparative adaptations in reptilian hearing systems. Teaching includes Principles of Neuroscience and Neuroethology courses. She leads NIH-funded training programs in comparative hearing biology and collaborates internationally on auditory system evolution studies.

Vanessa AgnewView profile

Professor

• Historical Reenactment Studies
• Musicology
• Colonial and Postcolonial Studies
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Professor Vanessa Agnew holds a full professorship in Cultural Studies at Technische Universität Dortmund and is an Honorary Professor at the Australian National University's Humanities Research Centre. She specializes in historical reenactment, migration studies, and musicology, with a focus on colonialism and exile. Her work bridges academic disciplines and public engagement, including curated exhibitions like What We Brought with Us and Right to Arrive . Agnew has received prestigious awards such as the Oscar Kenshur Prize and Lewis Lockwood Award for her influential book Enlightenment Orpheus . She has held roles at institutions including the University of Michigan and Universität Duisburg-Essen, and has organized international conferences on reenactment and migration. Her research explores intersections of memory, trauma, and cultural heritage through innovative methodologies.

Zoe ChilderleyView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Photography
• Landscape Studies
• Cultural Identity
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Zoe Childerley is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Brighton's School of Art and Media, affiliated with the Photography Research Excellence Group and the Centre for Design History. Her practice-based research explores rural experiences, cultural identity, and the relationship between landscape and society, with a focus on the UK borders and the concept of wilderness. She interrogates the photographic medium's narrative and abstract capacities, often blending sound, drawing, and text into her work. Her research interests include the sublime in landscape, nationhood, and the deconstruction of place. Notable projects like 'The Debatable Lands' (2016) delve into Northumberland's politics and local culture, while 'Dinosaur Dust' (2020) examines desert landscapes through documentary and artist residencies. Recent exhibitions such as 'Stranger Than Fiction' (2024) reflect her exploration of curation and social narratives. Zoe's work frequently addresses themes of statehood, borderlands, and cultural identity, as seen in her 2018 'Beyond the Pale' series, which engaged with the Anglo-Scottish Border and mixed media. Her research spans 2014–2024, with outputs across exhibitions, books, and artist publications. Her research groups include the Photography Research Excellence Group and the Centre for Design History, where she collaborates on projects interrogating visual arts in rural communities. Supervised work includes one documented project, though specific student names are not listed here.

Stefania CecchiView profile

Associate Professor

• Audio Signal Processing
• Electronics Engineering
• Nonlinear Systems
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Prof. Stefania Cecchi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Engineering (DII) within the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Marche (UNIVPM). Her research focuses on audio signal processing, nonlinear systems, and biomedical engineering applications. She holds office hours on Mondays from 9:30–12:30 in DII or via Microsoft Teams. Her work spans innovative audio technologies such as binaural systems, real-time noise cancellation, and spatial audio rendering. She also explores interdisciplinary applications like bee hive monitoring through acoustic analysis and physiological response measurement to sound stimuli. Recent projects include developing low-cost medical devices for stress detection and optimizing automotive audio systems. Key research areas include: Head-Related Transfer Function (HRTF) interpolation for 3D audio Real-time audio processing for driver monitoring and health applications Nonlinear system identification in audio devices Acoustic-based fault detection in drones and vehicles Her publications highlight trends in immersive audio systems, bioacoustic analysis, and adaptive filtering techniques. She actively contributes to advancing audio engineering and its biomedical applications through interdisciplinary collaborations.

Jeffrey J. WenstrupView profile

Professor

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Emotional Responses to Sound
• Social Vocalization Processing
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Jeffrey J. Wenstrup, Ph.D., is a Professor of Anatomy and Neurobiology at Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). He leads the Neuroscience Graduate Program affiliated with Kent State University and previously served as Founding Chair of NEOMED’s Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology (2008–2021) and Director of the Hearing Research Group. His research focuses on amygdala mechanisms underlying sound perception and emotional responses to social vocalizations, funded continuously by NIDCD for 30 years. Wenstrup has trained numerous graduate students and medical residents in neurosciences. Education: Ph.D. in Physiology (Neuroscience minor), Indiana University School of Medicine, 1983 Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Saint Louis University, 1976 Research Interests: Wenstrup investigates how emotional brain centers (amygdala) interact with auditory systems to interpret social vocalizations. Key topics include amygdala circuitry integration of acoustic, sensory, and internal state data, and its link to communication disorders. His work bridges neurophysiology, behavior, and computational analysis. Publications & Impact: Over 60 peer-reviewed articles, including studies on mouse vocalization processing, bat echolocation, and amygdala function. Recent work highlights neurochemical responses to emotional sounds and vocalization discrimination in mice. Awards & Leadership: No explicit awards listed, but sustained NIH funding demonstrates research excellence. Leadership roles include department chairmanship and program directorships in neuroscience education. Advising & Grants: Mentor to Ph.D. students in neuroscience, with grants focused on auditory-emotional interactions. Trained over 20 graduate students and medical educators. Labs & Facilities: Active in NEOMED’s Hearing Research Group, leveraging advanced neurophysiological and behavioral testing facilities.