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Jens NirmeView profile

Associate Professor

• Gesture Psychology
• Comprehension Psychology
• Children Psychology
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Jens Nirme is an Associate senior lecturer and researcher in Cognitive Science at the Department of Philosophy, Lund University. He is affiliated with multiple research groups including The Educational Technology Group, LAMiNATE (Language Acquisition, Multilingualism, and Teaching), and the LU Profile Area: Natural and Artificial Cognition. His primary research location is at the VR Lab in the LUX building (Room B467) at Helgonavägen 3, Lund. His research focuses on gesture psychology, comprehension, children's cognition, virtual reality applications, speech perception, and metaphor. His work explores how nonverbal communication, particularly gestures, influences language processing, memory, and learning. He investigates these phenomena through both traditional experimental methods and innovative virtual reality environments. Nirme's publication record shows consistent output with 18 research outputs including 10 articles, 3 abstracts, 2 conference papers, and edited volumes. His recent work (2022-2024) demonstrates a strong focus on virtual reality learning environments, gesture-speech interactions, and educational applications of cognitive science. His research shows interdisciplinary collaboration across psychology, linguistics, education, and technology fields. Nirme has been actively involved in supervising master's students and engaging with schools through educational technology projects. His research has been supported by multiple projects including VEER (2019-2023), Teaching and learning in diverse classrooms (2016-2020), and Virtuellt klassrum som forskningsplattform (2016-2021). He is part of the Cognition & Philosophy VR Lab at Lund University, where he conducts research on human-computer interaction, virtual learning environments, and multimodal communication. His work bridges theoretical cognitive science with practical educational applications, particularly in understanding how nonverbal factors influence language comprehension and learning.

Claude FrassonView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Emotional Intelligence
• Brain-Computer Interface
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Claude Frasson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Operational Research at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, University of Montreal. He serves as Director of the HERON laboratory (Higher Educational Research ON Emotional Intelligence and Privacy Protection) and was formerly Director of GRITI (Inter-university Research Group in Intelligent Tutors), which grouped seven universities in Quebec. Dr. Frasson earned his Doctorat d'État in Computer Science from the University of Nice, France in 1981. His academic journey spans over three decades with significant contributions to the field of intelligent systems for education and cognitive support. His primary research interests focus on the intersection of emotional intelligence, brain-computer interfaces, and virtual reality applications for education and healthcare. He investigates how emotional states affect learning processes and develops intelligent systems that can adapt to users' cognitive and emotional states. His work particularly emphasizes applications for Alzheimer's disease treatment, cognitive rehabilitation, and educational technology. His recent publications (2020) demonstrate a strong focus on virtual reality applications for Alzheimer's disease treatment, cognitive rehabilitation, and emotional regulation. These works combine intelligent tutoring systems with neuroscience principles to create therapeutic environments that respond to users' cognitive states in real-time. Throughout his career, Dr. Frasson has been actively involved in numerous international conferences, serving as keynote speaker at events such as GENEDIS, World Brain Disorder and Neuroscience Summit, and International Conference on Intelligent Tutoring Systems. Dr. Frasson has supervised over 80 graduate students since 1989, spanning both Master's and PhD programs. His students have conducted research in areas including emotional intelligence in learning systems, brain-computer interfaces, virtual reality applications, and intelligent tutoring systems. He has received substantial research funding from organizations including CRSNG, FRQSC, CRIAQ, and FCI. He directs the HERON laboratory, which focuses on emotional intelligence, privacy protection, and cognitive state monitoring in educational contexts. Previously, he led GRITI, an inter-university research group that produced approximately 70 graduate students and established international recognition in the field of intelligent tutoring systems.

Judith Irmela HaugView profile

Associate Professor

• Musicology
• Music History
• Ottoman Empire Studies
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Judith Irmela Haug is an Associate Professor in Music before 1900 at the Department of Musicology, University of Oslo, where she has held a permanent position since September 2023. Her academic career spans European and Ottoman musical traditions with a specialized focus on transcultural exchange during the early modern period. Her primary research interests include: Notation systems and oral tradition in musical transmission Intercultural music encounters and cross-cultural perception of sound Global music history with particular emphasis on Ottoman-European exchanges Music history of the Ottoman Empire and neighboring regions Music iconography and historically informed performance practice Dr. Haug's scholarly work demonstrates remarkable interdisciplinary breadth, connecting musicology with medical history, diplomatic studies, and cultural anthropology. Her recent publications reveal a sustained engagement with 17th-century Ottoman musical culture, particularly through the lens of ʿAlī Ufuḳī (Albertus Bobovius), examining how musical notation functioned within Ottoman society and how music intersected with medicine, food culture, and diplomatic practices. She teaches several courses including EXFAC03-MUS 24V Faculty Examination for Musicology, MUS2445 24V Deep dive into the music soundtrack, MUS2301 24H Song Cultures Before 1600, and MUS1445 24H History of music. Dr. Haug serves as grant awarding coordinator for COST Action CA21161 EarlyMuse and sits on the Editorial Board of the Journal of the American Musicological Society. Her current research projects include 'BærUt! Competence hub for sustainable digital scientific publications' and 'CA21161 - A new ecosystem of early music studies (EarlyMuse)', reflecting her commitment to both historical scholarship and contemporary academic infrastructure development.

Hermann RieckeView profile

Professor

• Computational Neuroscience
• Neuronal Network Dynamics
• Pattern Formation
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Hermann Riecke is a Professor at the Department of Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics within the McCormick School of Engineering at Northwestern University. Holding a PhD from the University of Bayreuth (1986), his research spans computational neuroscience and pattern formation in complex systems. His office is located in M458 Technological Institute. Research Interests Computational Neuroscience Dynamics of neuronal networks Olfactory bulb information processing Adaptive neural networks Pattern Formation Spatially extended dynamical systems Bifurcation theory with symmetry Localized structures and spatio-temporal chaos Publication Trends reveal expertise in computational neuroscience (olfactory processing, neuronal plasticity) and nonlinear dynamics (synchronization, chimera states, pattern formation). His work connects mathematical modeling with biological applications. Scientific Awards Fellow, American Physical Society Alexander von Humboldt Research Award (2005)

• Popular Music
• Postcolonial Analysis
• Sound Studies
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Johannes Ismaiel-Wendt is a Professor at the Institute for Music and Musicology, University of Hildesheim, since 2018. He studied cultural studies, sociology, and musicology at the University of Bremen, earning his doctorate under Prof. Dr. Sabine Bröck and Prof. Dr. Alexander Weheliye. His work spans postcolonial analysis, popular music studies, and sound technology critique, combining academic research with sound lectures as a live drum machinist. He co-founded the ARK collective (Arkestrated Rhythmachine Komplexities) for experimental sound formats and serves as Studiendekan of the College of Cultural Studies and Aesthetic Communication since April 2023. Education: PhD in Musicology (University of Bremen, 2011); studies in cultural studies, sociology, and musicology Research Focus: Music as knowledge genesis, postcolonial sound analysis, decolonizing music education, digital audio workstations, and sonic segregation Notable Projects: ARK installation on microphone use in the NSU trial (2023), post_PRESETS monograph (2016), and Translating HipHop editorial (2012) His recent publications and lectures explore intersections of racial justice , digital music production , and decolonial practices in musicology. He critiques historical reproduction of racist and sexist language in his earlier works, advocating for reflexive research methodologies. As a Vertrauensdozent with the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung, he mentors students in critical academic practices. Teaching: Courses on BreakBeat Science, PayPayPop (capitalism in music), and decolonial music discourse Collective Work: ARK collective installations at Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg and Haus der Kulturen der Welt Scientific Awards: Shared 2nd prize for music app ShakeSampler (2017, with Alan Fabian and Lorenz Heimbrecht)

Fuad MusallamView profile

Assistant Professor

• Social Anthropology
• Political Activism
• Migrant Labour Studies
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Dr. Fuad Musallam serves as Assistant Professor in Social Anthropology within the Department of African Studies and Anthropology at the University of Birmingham since 2023. His academic background includes a PhD from the London School of Economics, MPhil from Cambridge, and BA in Oriental Studies from Cambridge. Specializing in marginal urban communities in the Global South, his research centers on: Post-Arab Spring political activism in Beirut Migrant labor solidarity against racialized inequality Participatory archiving as decolonial praxis Temporal dimensions of political failure His methodological approach combines ethnographic, oral-historical, and archival techniques developed through over ten years of fieldwork in Lebanon and Syria. Current projects examine activist persistence amid systemic collapse and antiracist community-building among migrant workers. Musallam's publications reveal consistent focus on political imagination in crisis contexts, with emerging emphasis on decolonizing ethnographic methods. Key themes include affective dimensions of failure, temporal rupture, and community formation at structural margins. Awarded Higher Education Academy Fellowship, he contributes to public discourse through BBC World Service interviews and Verso Books publications. He previously held research fellowships from the Max Weber Foundation and Economic and Social Research Council, teaching at LSE, SOAS, and American University of Beirut before joining Birmingham.

Tilman TriphanView profile

Researcher

• Neuroscience
• Neurogenetics
• Behavioral Biology
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Tilman Triphan is a Scientific Staff member at the Institute of Biology, University of Leipzig. His research focuses on the neurogenetic basis of Drosophila behavior, including motor control, decision-making, spatial orientation memory, and voluntary passive movement. Institute of Biology, University of Leipzig Genetics Department Triphan investigates how fruit flies overcome obstacles, maintain directional flight, and adapt their behavior through sophisticated movement patterns. His work employs high-speed videography and genetic techniques to analyze neuronal circuits and behavioral flexibility. Recent publications span topics such as starvation effects on fly activity, olfactory object recognition, and visual distance estimation. Collaborations with the AG Huetteroth research group are integral to his work. Former students: Julia Vetter (BA 2019), Kristian Schufft (Staatsexamen 2019) Contact: Room 318, Genetics Institute Building, Talstraße 33, Leipzig. Phone: +49 341 97-36962 | Fax: +49 341 97-36720

Shirin KhanmohamadiView profile

Professor

• Comparative Medieval Literature
• Premodern Travel and Ethnographic Literature
• Medieval Europe and the Islamic World
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Shirin Khanmohamadi is a Professor in the Department of Comparative and World Literature at San Francisco State University, where she has served since completing her PhD in Comparative Medieval European Literature at Columbia University in 2005. Previously earning a BA with Honors in Literature and Society from Brown University (1997) and an MA in English Literature with Postcolonial Studies focus from the University of Texas at Austin (2000), her academic career bridges medieval European studies with contemporary theoretical frameworks. Brown University - BA, Literature and Society/ MCM (Honors) 1997 University of Texas, Austin - MA, English Literature (Postcolonial Studies) 2000 Columbia University - PhD, Comparative Medieval European Literature 2005 Her research establishes critical frameworks for understanding medieval ethnographic writing through postcolonial and anthropological lenses, focusing on cross-cultural representations in travel narratives and epic literature. Key contributions include: Dialogic ethnography in William of Rubruck's Mongol account Islamicate prestige appropriation in Charlemagne legends Material culture transfer in chansons de geste Autoethnographic methodologies in Gerald of Wales' works Ecocritical analysis of medieval artifacts Bakhtinian 'sideways glances' in crusade narratives She serves as Editor of Exemplaria: Medieval/Early Modern/Theory , with current research supported by NEH Faculty Awards (2022-2023) for her project Splendorous Saracens: Appropriating Islamicate Prestige . Her book In Light of Another's Word: European Ethnography in the Middle Ages (2013) redefined premodern ethnographic poetics.

• Science Fiction studies
• Asian American Literature
• Cultures of Science
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Dr. Sang-Keun Yoo serves as Assistant Professor of English in the School of Liberal Arts at Marist University since 2023, specializing in the intersection of science fiction, Korean cultural studies, and postcolonial theory. His affiliations include prior appointments at University of San Diego (2022-2023), UC Riverside (2016-2022), and Seoul National University (2011-2014). His educational background features a PhD in English from UC Riverside (2022, Fulbright-supported), MA in English from Seoul National University (2014), and BA in English/Philosophy (cum laude, 2011). PhD, English, University of California-Riverside, 2022 MA, English, Seoul National University, 2014 BA, English/Philosophy, Seoul National University, 2011 (cum laude) Dr. Yoo's research pioneers concepts like speculative orientalism and newtrospection to analyze how Korean science fiction decolonizes historical narratives through virtual reality, time travel, and ethnoformalist empathy. His work spans Squid Game , Parasite , and K-pop's relationship to techno-orientalism, examining Asian religious representations in global sci-fi while challenging Western-centric frameworks through Korean popular media and virtual reality storytelling. His 15+ publications since 2021 reveal a trajectory from foundational analyses of cyberpunk/silkpunk urbanism toward cutting-edge investigations of AI ethics, colonial translation, and decolonized futures in Korean speculative fiction. Key trends include increasing focus on indigenous Korean futurism, virtual reality's role in historical trauma representation, and transnational science fiction networks. Major recognitions include: NEMLA Women’s and Gender Studies Essay Award (2025) IAFA Jamie Bishop Memorial Award (2023) IAFA Uplifter Award for BIPOC service (2023) Walter James Miller Memorial Award (2022) Multiple UC Riverside teaching honors (2018-2020) Dr. Yoo maintains active research funding through Marist University's Summer Faculty Research Grants (2024-2025), South Korea's National Research Foundation International Mobility Grant (2024), and Interfaith Faculty Fellows Program (2024). His mentorship extends to ERC research proposals, SFRA graduate students, and virtual conference programs, with institutional service spanning Marist's Equity Committee and IAFA's Policies Council. Though not leading a formal lab, Dr. Yoo cultivates scholarly community through the Marist Asian Studies Conference (which he organized in 2025) and the Journal of the Fantastic in the Arts (where he serves as Submissions Editor). His collaborative networks span Korean creators associations, UC Berkeley's Area Studies resources, and international conferences on arts/culture.

Fred KrügerView profile

Professor

• Geographical Development Studies
• Vulnerability and Risk
• Disaster Research
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Prof. Dr. Fred Krüger is a Professor of Geography at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, leading the AG Routines and Ruptures in Cultures and Cities (R2C2) research group within the Institute of Geography. His work focuses on geographical development studies, vulnerability and risk in disaster contexts, and urban studies, with particular emphasis on the Global South. Krüger maintains an active research profile with numerous international collaborations and fieldwork projects across Africa. His research interests span the interconnections between culture and disasters, urban justice, vulnerability patterns, and urban governance. Krüger approaches these topics through theoretical frameworks including theories of practice, political ecology, political economy, and governance approaches. He views culture as "a multiplicity of fields of practice, embedded in social and environmental contexts" that are constantly transforming under social pressures and environmental change. The publications and research projects led by Krüger demonstrate consistent focus on disaster risk reduction through cultural understanding, urban resilience, and justice-oriented approaches to city planning. His work often examines the concept of "community" critically, explores urban green infrastructure, and investigates the right to the city framework in African contexts. As an educator, Krüger actively involves students in research through field courses in locations such as the Okavango Delta (Botswana), Zanzibar, and high mountain environments, focusing on livelihoods, environmental perception, and disaster preparedness. His students have presented research at major conferences including AAG meetings and Anthropology, Weather and Climate Change conferences. Current research projects under Krüger's leadership include AfriCity, JustUrban/JustUrban+, Cultures and Disasters, and various initiatives examining urban development in Sub-Saharan Africa. His major academic outputs include editing the IFRC World Disasters Report 2014 on Risk and Culture, co-authoring the book Cultures and Disasters, and contributing to research on Post-Apartheid Cities.

Lavinia UscatescuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Neurodiversity
• Universal Design
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Dr. Lavinia Uscatescu is an Assistant Professor at Virginia Tech's Psychology Department within the College of Science. Her research focuses on autism spectrum disorder, neurodiversity, and the application of universal design principles to create inclusive environments. She emphasizes a strength-based perspective in understanding neurodivergent individuals and their unique capabilities. Joined Virginia Tech in January 2024 for her first faculty appointment Advocates for neurodiversity-inclusive design in educational and employment settings Research spans cognitive neuroscience, clinical psychology, and psychiatric biomarkers Her recent publications analyze neural excitation/inhibition ratios, intrinsic timescales, and connectivity patterns in autism and schizophrenia using fMRI and computational modeling. Key subtopics include social-emotional regulation, diagnostic differentiation, and sensory processing. Dr. Uscatescu enjoys drawing, daily reading, and circus arts like aerial yoga. She wishes to visit Australia, Japan, and Alaska for their unique cultural and natural landscapes. Fun fact: She humorously admits to struggling with face recognition, contrasting with her husband's exceptional ability in this area.

Saulius MaskeliūnasView profile

Researcher

• Semantic Web
• Semantic Technologies
• Scientometrics
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Dr. Saulius Maskeliūnas serves as a Researcher and Deputy Director at the Cybersocial Systems Engineering Group within Vilnius University's Institute of Data Science and Digital Technologies (formerly Institute of Mathematics and Informatics). His career at the institute spans from 1984 to present, progressing through positions from junior research associate to his current leadership role. Dr. Maskeliūnas earned his Doctor of Science degree in Informatics in 1996 with a dissertation on 'Knowledge base structuring method for heuristic and qualitative reasoning systems,' building upon his engineering education in automated control systems from Kaunas Polytechnic Institute (now Kaunas University of Technology) in 1984. His research expertise centers on information and knowledge-based systems, with significant contributions in Semantic Web technologies, ontology engineering, knowledge management, and workflow automation. Over his extensive career, his work has evolved from foundational research in knowledge representation to practical applications in environmental monitoring systems, water resource management, and national research data infrastructure. Dr. Maskeliūnas' scholarly output demonstrates a consistent trajectory of innovation across multiple domains, particularly in developing semantic technologies for environmental informatics and research data management systems. His recent publications focus on AI standardization, water resource monitoring systems, and research evaluation frameworks. He holds prominent leadership positions including President of the Lithuanian Computer Society (since 2010), Chair of the Technical Committee LST TK4 'Information Technologies' (since 2021), and member of the State Commission of the Lithuanian Language's Committee on Language Technologies (since 2012). Throughout his career, Dr. Maskeliūnas has successfully balanced theoretical research with practical implementation, contributing significantly to Lithuania's information technology infrastructure, research evaluation systems, and standardization efforts in computer science terminology.

Klaus SteinView profile

Part-Time Lecturer

• Digital Heritage Technologies
• Heritage Conservation
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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Klaus Stein is a part-time lecturer at the Chair of Heritage Conservation , Otto-Friedrich University of Bamberg. His work bridges digital technologies , spatial modeling , and cultural heritage through interdisciplinary research projects. Co-leader of the UrbanMetaMapping project (BMBF-funded) analyzing WWII war damage maps Developed KTF (Wiki-based terminology framework) for SMEs Contributed to COM (Communication-Oriented Modeling) DFG research network Active in EMN-MOVES project for age-friendly mobility solutions His research focuses on digital heritage , social network analysis , and collaborative GIS , with over 20 years of publications in spatial cognition and information systems . While his primary role involves teaching in the Master's program in Digital Heritage Technologies , he also contributes to open-source GIS and web mining methodologies. Key projects include: Find Diversity (BioDiv2Go): Promoting biodiversity awareness via location-based games Virtual Spaces : Digital reconstruction of historical church color schemes

Ian MannersView profile

Professor

• Conservation and resource management
• Urban cultural geography
• Historical cartography
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Ian Manners is a Professor in the Department of Geography and the Environment at the University of Texas at Austin, with a Ph.D. from Oxford University. His career spans institutions including Columbia University and Waikato University, and he has served as Director of the Center for Middle Eastern Studies and Chair of the Department of Middle Eastern Studies. Education: First Class Honors Degree (1964) and D.Phil. (1969) in Geography from Oxford University International Experience: Lecturing and research in Egypt, Kuwait, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and New Zealand His research focuses on historical cartography , urban cultural geography , and conservation practices , particularly examining how maps shaped geographical knowledge and political history of the Middle East and Mediterranean from the Renaissance to modern times. He currently curates an exhibit on European Cartography and the Ottoman World for The Oriental Institute at the University of Chicago. Manners has contributed to key publications including European Cartography and the Ottoman World (2007) and Perspectives on Environment (1974), with research spanning topics from Byzantine city mapping to North Sea oil planning. His work bridges geographical theory, historical analysis, and Middle Eastern spatial studies. Contact: imanners@uts.cc.utexas.edu

• Chinese Literature
• Comparative Literature
• Traditional Chinese Drama
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Yumi Okazaki is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Humanities and Social Sciences and Faculty of Letters, Arts and Sciences . Her research focuses on Chinese Language and Literature with emphasis on traditional drama, martial arts fiction, and cultural exchange between China and Japan. She earned a master's degree in Chinese Literature from Waseda University in 1988 and has been affiliated with institutions like the Global Education Center and Research Institute for Chinese Old Book Culture (Director, 2023-2027). Education : MA (1988), BA (1981) in Chinese Literature from Waseda University Professional Memberships : Japan Sinological Society, Japan Chinese Language Society, Oriental Society Her research spans comparative studies of Ming-Qing novels , adaptation of Chinese opera in Japan, and popular manuscript culture . Articles like 'Chinese Opera Music and Narrative' (2019) and 'Cultural Transmission in Wuxia Fiction' (2001) reflect her work on narrative structures, cross-cultural adaptation, and censorship. She received the Sinological Society of Japan Prize in 1988 and leads research projects funded by Japan Society for the Promotion of Science. Grants : JSPS grants for Chinese colloquial novels (2007-10), Qing-era popular culture (2001-03), Beijing performing arts (1997-99) Books : Co-authored 'Waseda University's Shuihu Ji Manuscript Research' (2013), 'Forbidden Texts and Circulation in Zanci Traditions' (2007) Okazaki teaches courses on Chinese drama, fantasy novels, and language at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Her recent projects analyze textual diffusion mechanisms and digital archiving of folk literature collections like the Furyu Collection .