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Dinusha MendisView profile

Professor

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• 3D Printing and Emerging Technologies
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Professor Dinusha Mendis is a leading academic in Intellectual Property and Innovation Law at Bournemouth University, where she serves as Director of the Centre for Intellectual Property Policy and Management (CIPPM). Her expertise bridges copyright law with emerging technologies like 3D printing, AI, blockchain, and the Metaverse, informed by extensive research and consultation with entities such as the European Parliament, UKIPO, and corporations like HP and Chanel. She holds a PhD from Edinburgh University and has authored seminal works on the intersection of technology and IP. BSc in Law from Aberdeen University LLM and PhD from Edinburgh University Called to the Bar of England and Wales Her research focuses on copyright challenges in immersive environments , AI-generated content regulation , and blockchain/NFTs . She led major studies for the European Commission and UKIPO , including the first peer-reviewed work on 3D printing and IP. Her 2019 co-edited book with Stanford and QUT scholars established foundational frameworks for additive manufacturing legal analysis. Recent publications highlight AI copyright disputes (2024 The Conversation ), NFT legal ambiguities (2022), and pandemic-era 3D printing (2020). Trends show increasing emphasis on decentralized IP systems and machine learning's impact on creative industries . Scientific Awards & Grants JSPS Visiting Professorship (2023) Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation Grant (2024) EU Commission Research Funding (2020) AHRC Grant for 3D Jewellery Study (2017) As a PhD supervisor, she mentors researchers on AI copyright (Benjamin White), crypto-art (Bahar Dagli), and music creation law (Elizabeth Bailey). She contributes to global IP policy through the World Economic Forum's Metaverse Governance Team and EU IPR Enforcement Projects .

Laurence Bertrand DorléacView profile

Professor

• Cultural history
• Art history
• Visual history
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Laurence Bertrand Dorléac is a Full Professor of Contemporary History (Art History) at Sciences Po Paris, affiliated with the Centre for History (CHSP). She serves as Chairperson of the Fondation Nationale des Sciences Politiques and leads the bilingual "Art and Society" seminar since 2004, publishing its newsletter. Research focuses on cultural history, art history, and political history of art Specializes in visual history, war representations, and material culture Active in editorial collaborations and international exhibitions Her recent work explores intersections of art with AI, environmental politics, and historical trauma. She supervises multiple HDR and PhD students in art history and cultural analysis. No explicit scientific awards mentioned, though her projects receive institutional support like Fondation de France. Her publications span monographs, exhibition catalogs, and interdisciplinary essays.

Maxwell BoykoffView profile

Professor

• Climate Change Communication
• Science-Policy Interactions
• Political Economy
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Maxwell (Max) Boykoff is a Professor in the Environmental Studies department at the University of Colorado Boulder and a Fellow in the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES). He holds a PhD in Environmental Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz (2006) and an MBA from the University of Colorado Boulder (2023), complementing his BS in Psychology from The Ohio State University. His research focuses on two primary arenas: the cultural politics of science, climate change and environmental issues, examining how attitudes and behaviors shape action possibilities; and transformations of carbon-based economies, with emphasis on science-policy interfaces and decarbonization politics. His work explores how climate science finds meaning in everyday life and feeds back into policy decisions. Boykoff's publications demonstrate consistent focus on climate communication, media representations, policy conflicts, and societal transformations. His recent work emphasizes digital communication strategies, climate health connections, countermovement analysis, and creative engagement methods. Article trends show increasing attention to social media dynamics, global comparative studies, and interdisciplinary approaches spanning environmental studies, communication, and political science. Awards & Recognition: CU Excellence in Leadership Program (2022) Contributing Author to IPCC Sixth Assessment Report Deputy Editor at Climatic Change journal (over a decade) He leads significant research initiatives including the Media and Climate Change Observatory (MeCCO) monitoring global climate coverage across 82 sources in 40+ countries, Inside the Greenhouse (creative climate communication project), and the Colorado Local Science Engagement Network . He serves on the Independent Science Panel for New Zealand's Deep South Challenge. Boykoff teaches courses including Climate Change Politics & Policy, Creative Climate Communication, Political Economy and the Environment, and Science & Environmental Communication. He mentors through the Red Cross/Red Crescent Climate Centre Internship Program and integrates research with teaching and service commitments.

Deepak GanesanView profile

Professor

• Networking and Distributed Systems
• Mobile and Sensor Systems
• Human-Computer Interactions
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Deepak Ganesan is a Professor at the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. His research focuses on low-power sensing and communication, networked systems, and machine learning applied to pervasive health monitoring and societal challenges. PhD, Computer Science, University of California, Los Angeles (2004) MS, Computer Science, University of California, Los Angeles (2000) BTech, Computer Science, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (1998) Ganesan's work bridges wireless sensor networks, smart textiles, and healthcare applications. He designs ultra-low-power wearable devices for tracking health signals like drug use, smoking, and cognitive performance, often integrating machine learning for robust detection. His research emphasizes societal impact, particularly in aging and Alzheimer's care through the Massachusetts AI and Technology Center for Connected Care (MassAITC) and the Center for Personalized Health Monitoring (CPHM). Recent publications highlight innovations in edge-cloud collaboration, fabric-based sensors, and longitudinal health analytics. His NIH-funded MD2K Center for Excellence and affiliations with the Center for Data Science and Computational Social Science Institute further underscore his interdisciplinary approach. ACM Fellow NSF CAREER Award (2006) IBM Faculty Award (2008) UMass Junior Faculty Fellow (2008) UMass Lilly Teaching Fellow (2009) Best Paper at CHI 2013 Best Paper Runner-up at Mobicom 2014 Honorable Mentions at Ubicomp 2013 Ganesan leads the SENSORS: Wireless Sensor Networks Group and contributes to global initiatives like the Internet of Battlefield Things. His work spans academic research, industry partnerships, and policy development in AgeTech and digital health.

Yasmin B. KafaiView profile

Professor

• Educational Technology
• Computational Thinking
• Electronic Textiles in Education
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Yasmin B. Kafai is the Lori and Michael Milken President's Distinguished Professor at the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education. Her work focuses on empowering students through computational tools such as Scratch, electronic textiles, and biomaking, aiming to broaden participation in computing and promote equity in STEM education. Affiliations: Editor of the Journal of the Learning Sciences Former President of the International Society of the Learning Sciences Recipient of NSF Early Career Award and Rosenfield Community Prize Her research explores youth engagement with digital media, including gaming, coding, and creative technologies. She co-developed Scratch, a foundational platform for youth programming, and pioneered curricula integrating electronic textiles and biodesign in K-12 education. Key contributions include analyzing the societal impacts of virtual worlds, algorithmic literacy, and culturally responsive pedagogy. Publications & Awards: Author of award-winning books like Connected Gaming and Makeology Contributed to national policy reports, including the 2010 U.S. Department of Education's National Educational Technology Plan Recognized as a Fellow of the American Educational Research Association Her outreach initiatives include mentoring partnerships with the City of Los Angeles and collaborations with community tech centers like the Computer Clubhouse network. Current projects emphasize algorithmic justice, AI literacy, and equity-focused maker education.

Valerie HansenView profile

Professor

• Chinese History to 1600
• Global Medieval History
• History of the Silk Road
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Valerie Hansen is the Stanley Woodward Professor of History at Yale University's Department of History. She specializes in Chinese history to 1600, the Silk Road, and global medieval connectivity. Her research bridges legal, religious, and economic dimensions of pre-modern societies. Hansen’s work includes groundbreaking books such as The Year 1000 (2020), redefining globalization’s origins, and The Silk Road: A New History (2012), integrating archaeological and textual sources. She led the Luce Foundation-funded Silk Road Project (1995–1998), unifying Turfan artifacts. Her articles span legal pluralism in Silk Road cities, Liao dynasty material culture, and Viking exploration’s global impacts. Awards include American Academy of Arts and Sciences Fellowship (2021) and Collège de France lectureship (2019). Hansen collaborates internationally, editing volumes on textiles as money and Song-Yuan studies. Her research emphasizes interdisciplinary methods, blending history with archaeology and art.

Alana Clifton-CunninghamView profile

Lecturer

• Fashion and Textile Design
• Sustainable Design
• Circular Economy
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Alana Clifton-Cunningham is a dedicated educator and researcher in fashion and textile design at the University of New South Wales, Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture. With over two decades of experience in higher education, she has established herself as a leader in sustainable and innovative design education. Her work bridges traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technologies, creating experiential learning environments that prepare students for contemporary design practice while addressing global sustainability challenges. Educational Background: 2021 | UNSW - Learn to Lead: Progress Needs Resilient Leaders 2019 | UTS - Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Transdisciplinary Learning 2008 | UNSW (COFA) - Master of Design (Hons) Research 2002 | UTS - Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Teaching and Learning 2001 | TAFE - Diploma of Marketing Management 1993 | UTS - Bachelor of Design (Hons) (Fashion and Textile Design) Clifton-Cunningham's research focuses on sustainable fashion practices, with particular emphasis on circular economy principles in textile production and garment design. Her work explores scalable models for textile remanufacturing, clothing waste reduction, and sustainable workwear systems. She is deeply engaged in addressing clothing sizing issues and standards in Australia, advocating for more inclusive approaches to fit and body diversity. Her commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion underpins all aspects of her leadership and teaching, making her a strong advocate for responsible design futures that prioritize both environmental sustainability and social justice. Her publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of design education, cultural exchange, and sustainable practices. Notable works include her 2022 book chapter on cross-cultural textile workshops in India, her 2018 analysis of undergarment technology evolution, and her contributions to exhibitions like 'Out of Hand' at the Powerhouse Museum. These works collectively highlight her emphasis on hands-on, experiential learning that connects students with real-world sustainability challenges and cultural contexts. Research Grants: 2024 | Redesigning Clothing Waste Using a Circular Design Framework - LP230200929 $220,473K 2024 | Department of Community and Justice - $17,900 2024 | Education Focussed Community of Practice (PVCESE) - $2,500 2023 | Department of Community and Justice - $15,900 2023 | Education Focussed Community of Practice (PVCESE) - $6,995 2017 | AbbVie Pharmaceutical Pty Ltd, HS Support Garments: Chief Investigator - $35,000 Clifton-Cunningham actively supervises research in fashion and textile design, with a focus on sustainable practices and innovative design processes. Her extensive industry network, including partnerships with major fashion labels, brings real-world insight into the classroom. She has led international global studios, including immersive programs in India where students collaborate with artisans. Her current ARC Linkage project 'Redesigning Clothing Waste Using a Circular Design Framework' represents a significant contribution to sustainable fashion research. Her creative practice is reflected in numerous exhibitions, including the Seoul International Fashion Art Biennale (2016, 2018), Wangaratta Contemporary Textile Awards, and the Powerhouse Museum's 'Out of Hand' exhibition. These artistic endeavors complement her academic work, demonstrating the practical application of her research interests in sustainable and innovative textile design.

Arie van SteenselView profile

Assistant Professor

• Medieval History
• Urban History
• Social History
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Arie van Steensel is an Assistant Professor of Medieval History at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on the social and economic history of the European Middle Ages, with particular emphasis on urban history of England, Italy and the Low Countries, and the history of nobility in the Low Countries. His scholarly profile demonstrates deep expertise in late medieval urban development and nobility structures across European regions. His research examines how political and economic structures shaped community formation in pre-modern European cities, with particular attention to social boundaries, networks, and identities within urban environments. His publication record shows consistent focus on urban communities, nobility studies, and regional history, with significant contributions to understanding the dynamics of power, wealth, and social status in medieval Dutch society. His work bridges traditional historical research with contemporary methodological approaches including digital humanities. Editor of Stadsgeschiedenis Editor of BMGN - Low Countries Historical Review Secretary of the European Association for Urban History Van Steensel actively contributes to academic discourse through conference organization, editorial work, and public engagement. His current project editing a volume on Leiden's premodern history represents a significant effort to make Dutch urban history accessible to an international scholarly audience.

Jan KnippersView profile

Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Architectural Biomimetics
• Fiber Composite Structures
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Jan Knippers is a Professor and Institute Director at the University of Stuttgart's Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning , leading the Institute of Building Structures and Structural Design (ITKE) . He co-founded Knippers Helbig Advanced Engineering and established Jan Knippers Ingenieure in 2018 to focus on innovative fiber composite and timber structures. Key roles: Deputy Executive Director of Cluster of Excellence IntCDC , former Vice-Rector for Research (2019-2021), and Dean of Faculty of Architecture (2021-2023) Technical focus: Hybrid FRP-Timber systems, computational design, and biomimetic principles His projects include the 2024 Hybrid Flax Pavilion , Urbach Tower (2024), and BUGA Fiber Pavilion (2019). He contributes to European standardization committees and serves as 2024 Leverhulme Visiting Professor at University College London.

Graham SanderView profile

Professor

• Soil Erosion
• Hydrology
• Environmental Science
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Professor Graham Sander is a Professor of Hydrology at Loughborough University, affiliated with the School of Civil and Building Engineering. His research focuses on mathematical modeling of soil erosion, unsaturated soil flow, contaminant transport dynamics, and nonlinear diffusion-convection equations. He leads the NERC-funded project on multi-dimensional soil erosion and chemical transport, collaborating with Lancaster University’s Department of Environmental Science. His academic qualifications include a BSc (Hons) and PhD. Recent research emphasizes integrating particle size-selective models to predict sediment and contaminant delivery to water bodies, supported by lab and field experiments. He has also pioneered pseudospectral methods for infiltration modeling and explored flood risk management through nature-based solutions like leaky barriers. Key contributions include advancing understanding of rainfall-driven erosion dynamics, including splash effects and rock fragment coverage impacts. His work spans experimental hydrology, numerical simulation, and interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges. He co-edits hydrology journals and advocates for rigorous scientific communication in the field. Grants: NERC-funded soil erosion project, Australian Research Council project on unsaturated soil flow. Labs/Teams: Collaborator with Lancaster University’s Environmental Science Department.

Karen CochraneView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Mental Health Technologies
• Accessibility
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Dr. Karen Cochrane is an Assistant Professor at the University of Waterloo, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) with a focus on wearable and tangible computing for mental health and accessibility. Her research integrates soma design, autoethnography, and design fiction to address the needs of underrepresented communities, particularly those with disabilities. Key projects include developing assistive technologies for queer/crip identities, accessible gaming wearables, and tactile interfaces for sensory exploration. She explores embodied experiences through multidisciplinary approaches, blending traditional craft practices with modern computational tools. Her work prioritizes participatory design methodologies, collaborating with occupational therapists, disabled communities, and neurodivergent individuals to co-create inclusive technologies. Recent innovations include VARitouch (a haptic feedback device), Breathing Scarf (for emotional regulation), and adaptive switches for children with motor disabilities. Her research extends into sensory narratives, exploring how fabric and data can articulate bodily experiences through projects like Sensory Data Dialogues and Queer/Crip Body Mapping. While no formal grants or awards are listed, her publications reflect a strong focus on ethical technology, accessibility, and embodied interaction. Current projects emphasize the intersection of wearable tech with identity expression, mindfulness practices, and neuromotor rehabilitation. She actively designs prototypes that bridge clinical needs with creative technology solutions, though specific lab affiliations or team collaborations are not detailed in available texts.

Jennifer LynesView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Studies
• Business Sustainability
• Social Marketing
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Jennifer Lynes is an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo in the Department of Environment and Business, where she co-directs the Sustainability & Financial Management program. She also serves as Chair of REEP Green Solutions and co-founded the North American Sustainable Concerts Working Group. Current roles: Associate Professor, Co-Director (Sustainability & Financial Management), REEP Green Solutions Chair Education background: Marketing and Environmental Studies Her research bridges business and environmental sustainability, focusing on: Social and community-based green marketing Youth environmental engagement programs Residential energy conservation behavior Sustainable tourism and hospitality practices Recent publications analyze: Water efficiency programs and behavioral change Electric vehicle adoption strategies Textile waste management in fashion consumption Sustainable eating behaviors in Canadian universities Scientific recognition includes: Emerald Publishing Group Highly Commended Paper (2014) She teaches courses such as: ENBUS 102: Introduction to Environment and Business ENBUS 309: Applied Social Marketing ENBUS 630: Enterprise Strategies for Social Accountability

• Human-Computer Interaction
• User Interface Design
• Soft Robotics
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Jan Borchers is a full professor of computer science and head of the Media Computing Group, an endowed Chair in the Computer Science Department at RWTH Aachen University. He serves as deputy member of the Faculty Council for Mathematics, Computer Science and Natural Sciences (2024-2026) and previously headed the Computer Science Department's Examination Board from 2015 until February 2025. Borchers established his research group in 2003, pioneering modern HCI academic research and teaching in Germany, and opened Germany's first Fab Lab in 2009. Borchers received his PhD 'summa cum laude' in computer science from Darmstadt University of Technology in 2000. Before joining RWTH Aachen, he held faculty positions at Stanford University and ETH Zurich. His PhD thesis, 'A Pattern Approach to Interaction Design,' became the first book to bring design patterns to HCI. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction with particular interest in new user interfaces for soft robotics, textile user interfaces, 3D printing and personal fabrication, augmented reality, wearable and tangible computing, interfaces for software development, deceptive patterns, and interactive guides and exhibits. He is a member of ACM, SIGCHI, SIGCHI Germany, and GI, and introduced the Interactivity format to the CHI conference in 2005. Recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on deceptive patterns/dark patterns in UI design, textile interfaces, and the impact of generative AI on creative teamwork. His work spans from fundamental research in interaction techniques to practical applications in smart homes, accessibility, and children's interfaces, with a consistent focus on usability and user-centered design. IDC 2025 Best Work in Progress: 'If They Have No Choice, They'll Accept!' CHI'25 Student Games Competition Winner: 'The Deceptive Dungeon' RWTH-Wissenschaftsnacht 2024 Best Science Slam: 'Usability: 4 Prinzipien guter User Interfaces' Multiple CHI/UIST Honorable Mentions and Best Paper awards spanning two decades Author of influential books including 'A Pattern Approach to Interaction Design' and 'Arduino In A Nutshell' Borchers has provided extensive consulting, training, and user interface design services to major clients including AirBus, Apple, ARD, Bayer, Children's Museum Boston, Daimler, Handelsblatt, OTIS, Scout24, TEDx, and Deutsche Telekom. He actively organizes the Computer Science Department's weekly Faculty Lunch since 2003 and coordinates the department's public relations and web presence since 2010. He leads the Media Computing Group, which has become a leading German lab in terms of archival publications at CHI, the top international conference in HCI. Since March 2025, he serves as faculty patron for TechLabs Aachen, a student initiative providing practical digital skills training.

Anna Marie MunsterView profile

Professor

• software studies
• technologies and embodiment
• multichannel and interactive installation work
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Professor Anna Marie Munster is a distinguished academic and artist at UNSW Art and Design (College of Fine Arts), where she has held a full-time tenured position since 2001. Her work bridges theoretical scholarship with creative practice, establishing her as a leading figure in digital media art and critical theory. University: University of New South Wales School: College of Fine Arts (UNSW Art and Design) Position: Professor Qualifications: PhD from UNSW (2002), BA (Class 1 Hons with University Medal) from University of Sydney (1984) Professor Munster's research explores the intersections of art, technology, and philosophy, with particular focus on statistical visuality, radical empiricism, the politics and aesthetics of machine learning, and more-than-human perception. Her work integrates process philosophy with contemporary media practices, examining how time, movement, and sonicity shape our experience of digital environments. She approaches these topics through both theoretical scholarship and creative practice, often collaborating with artist Michele Barker on multi-channel audiovisual installations. Her publications reveal a consistent trajectory exploring the relationship between embodiment and digital media, with recent work focusing on AI and machine learning in cultural contexts. Munster's creative output demonstrates sophisticated integration of technical innovation with philosophical inquiry, particularly in how her installations challenge conventional perceptions of time and space. ARC, UNSW Student Council Award for Excellence in Postgraduate Supervision (2017) Dean's Award for Excellence in Postgraduate Supervision (2015) Highly commended for Materializing New Media at Prix Ars Electronica (2008) Winner of National Digital Art Awards 'The Harries' (2006) University Press of New England Publishing Award (2005) Professor Munster has completed over 20 PhD and Masters supervisions at UNSW and been involved in another 10 secondary supervisions. She currently supervises five PhD candidates working on diverse topics including coding materialities, critical bio-textiles, schizophrenia and XR technologies, sound and resonance, and affective drawing. Her ARC-funded research projects demonstrate sustained commitment to interdisciplinary work, particularly at the intersection of art, science, and technology. Her creative practice with Michele Barker has resulted in numerous commissioned installations exploring perception, embodiment, and the relationship between humans and technology.

Milad AbediView profile

Lecturer

• Historical Linguistics
• Language Contact
• Ancient Iranian Languages
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Milad Abedi is a PhD candidate in Linguistics at the University of Zurich and Institut national des langues et civilisations orientales (INALCO), Paris, focusing on the cultural history of Sino-Iranian lexical contacts. He has taught Zoroastrian Middle Persian and Middle Iranian languages at the University of Zurich while conducting research on topics including language contact mechanisms and historical Persian grammar. PhD in Linguistics (2020–Present), University of Zurich & INALCO, Paris MA in Ancient Languages and Cultures of Iran (2015–2019), Allameh Tabataba'i University (Highest Distinction) BSc in Cellular-Molecular Biology (2010–2015), Islamic Azad University His research spans ancient Iranian language contact (Elamite-Iranian, Sino-Iranian, Arabic-Iranian), historical grammar of Persian, and Classical Persian literature. He has published on topics such as kinship term evolution, cuneiform epigraphy, and metonymic phrases in Achaemenid Elamite. Recent publications highlight his focus on lexical diffusion across Eurasia, with key works on donkey terminology in cross-cultural contexts and the origins of felt words in Iranian languages. His collaborative research with Wolfgang Behr and Samira Müller demonstrates interdisciplinary approaches combining linguistics and archaeology. 2021 Travel grant, University of Zurich 2016 Travel grant, Allameh Tabataba'i University 2016 Top student award, Allameh Tabataba'i University As a Lecturer at the University of Zurich, he has taught courses on Zoroastrian Middle Persian and historical linguistics. His digital humanities expertise includes ELAN software, GIS, and SQL for language documentation.