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Dr. Wei Shao is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Tourism and Marketing at Griffith University, affiliated with the Griffith Asia Institute and Griffith Agribusiness. She holds a PhD in Marketing from Griffith University (2007) and a Bachelor of Business from Tianjin Foreign Studies University (1997). Her research bridges traditional marketing with emerging technologies like VR retailing and AI-enabled consumer engagement, focusing on digital marketing strategies, cross-cultural communication, and tourism in the Asia-Pacific region. She has secured grants totaling over $45,000, including projects on women’s empowerment in tourism and consumer choice behavior. Education: PhD in Marketing, Griffith University, 2007 Bachelor of Business, Tianjin Foreign Studies University, 1997 Research Interests: Dr. Shao explores technology-driven marketing innovations, including VR retail environments, AI applications in customer service, and the role of memes and social media in brand-building. Her work emphasizes inclusive marketing practices, intercultural dialogue, and leveraging digital media to amplify marginalized voices. Grants & Projects: "Empowering Sulawesi Women in Tourism: Innovation and Sustainable Business" ($35,000, 2025–2026) "Fun or Function: The Impact of Affect and Cognition on Consumer Choice" ($10,514, 2008–2010) Advising: Dr. Shao supervises doctoral research on topics including NFT marketing, AI chatbots in service recovery, and authentic brand experiences on social media. She has guided over 11 PhD candidates since 2009. Labs & Groups: Member of the Griffith Asia Institute and Griffith Institute for Tourism, focusing on collaborative research initiatives strengthening industry-academia ties in the Asia-Pacific region.

• Digital Marketing
• Consumer Psychology
• Tourism in Asia-Pacific
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Virginie Lavoye is a Lecturer in Marketing with expertise in digital marketing and sustainability. Her research focuses on consumer behavior and human-computer interactions, particularly the impact of augmented reality (AR) on decision-making and sustainable consumption. She explores how AR improves brand experiences and nudges consumers toward eco-friendly choices. Dr. Lavoye holds a PhD and has published extensively on AR applications in retail, including influential works like 'Consumer Behavior with Augmented Reality in Retail: A Review and Research Agenda' (2021) and 'The Emperor’s New Clothes' (2023). Her work bridges technology adoption theory with sustainable purchasing behaviors. Her research trends emphasize AR’s role in enhancing brand outcomes through immersive experiences, self-explorative engagement, and presence dimensions. Key themes include telepresence effects on purchase intentions, visual perspective impacts on green behavior, and AR’s potential to reshape retail strategies. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned, though her funded research likely aligns with sustainable technology adoption in consumer markets. She currently advises no listed students but collaborates with researchers like Mero, Sipilä, and Tarkiainen on multi-authored studies.

• Digital Marketing
• Sustainability
• Consumer Behavior
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Scott McCrickard is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science within the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech . He serves as the Co-director of Virginia Tech's Human-Centered Design Program , integrating interdisciplinary approaches into his research and teaching. Ph.D. , Computer Science, Georgia Tech (2000) M.S. , Computer Science, Georgia Tech (1995) B.S. , Mathematical Sciences (Computer Science emphasis), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1992) McCrickard’s research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) , particularly in outdoor environments. His work explores how technology can enhance experiences in nature, including the use of smartwatches for group fitness interventions, AR mobile games for social bonding, and diary studies as pedagogical tools. He also investigates mobile application development for low-literacy populations and social media integration in design processes. Recent publications highlight trends in HCI education , outdoor technology adoption, and social gaming dynamics . Key themes include leveraging diary methods for learning, designing context-aware notification systems , and analyzing indigenous knowledge preservation through self-organized online communities. As part of his leadership in the Human-Centered Design Program, he bridges computer science with design theory , emphasizing usability and social impact in technological solutions.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Outdoor Technology Use
• Mobile Application Development
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Dr. Kirill Zaychik is a Research Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Binghamton University (SUNY). He holds an M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (2001) and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Binghamton University (2009). His career includes industry experience at Bombardier Aerospace (Montreal, Canada) focusing on Fly-by-Wire Control Systems before joining academia in 2012. Education: M.S., Aerospace Engineering, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (2001) Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Binghamton University (2009) His research interests span human perceptual systems, man-machine interaction, control systems design, and machine learning applications. Key areas include flight/vehicle simulation, human-in-the-loop modeling, and parameter estimation using numerical methods. He has contributed to projects for NASA and the U.S. Airforce, authoring 19 technical papers. Dr. Zaychik’s publications (2003–2023) focus on advancing control systems, human operator modeling, and simulation technologies. Recent work explores real-time pilot identification via biometrics and adaptive control algorithms. Earlier studies addressed turbulence simulation, vection phenomena, and simulator sickness mitigation. While no scientific awards are mentioned, his research demonstrates significant industry-academic collaboration. He has advised no listed students but contributes to curricula like ME 212 (Mechanical Engineering Programming). No affiliated labs/teams are explicitly noted, though his work aligns with aerospace and mechanical engineering systems research at Binghamton’s Watson School.

• Human perceptual system
• Man-Machine system interaction
• Human-in-the-loop modeling
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Jo Ann Arinder is an academic researcher and professional focused on E-Learning, Classroom Technology, and innovative teaching methodologies. She is affiliated with the College of Education at the University of Oregon, where she currently supports technology integration and advocacy for Digital Equity. Her work bridges educational practices with emerging technologies, emphasizing accessibility and inclusivity in learning environments. Education: PhD in Language, Literacy, and Technology, College of Education, Washington State University (2023) Graduate Certificate in Education Technology across the Curriculum, Washington State University (2020) MEd in Adult and Higher Education with a minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL Certified), Western Washington University (2018) BA in History, New Mexico State University (2016) BA in Interdisciplinary Studies with minors in English and History, New Mexico State University (2012) Research Interests: Dr. Arinder's research explores the application of extended reality (XR) and virtual reality (VR) in education, particularly leveraging 360° video for immersive learning experiences. She investigates Multiliteracies, language acquisition methodologies, and learner-centered design to enhance educational outcomes. Her work emphasizes technology's role in democratizing access to learning resources and fostering equitable educational opportunities. Advising & Grants: No formal advisees or grant details are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Her focus appears to be on institutional support for technology and research rather than direct student mentorship.

• Extended Reality (XR)
• Virtual Reality (VR)
• Multiliteracies
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Yu Chen is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Binghamton University, State University of New York. He leads the Ubiquitous Smart & Sustainable Computing (US2C) Lab and serves as Director of the Center for Information Assurance and Cybersecurity (CIAC). His research focuses on Trust, Security, and Privacy in Edge-Fog-Cloud Computing, IoT, and Smart Cities. Dr. Chen holds a PhD from the University of Southern California (2006), with prior research under Professors Kai Hwang and Anthony F. J. Levi. His work has been funded by NSF, DoD, AFOSR, and industrial partners, yielding over 200 publications. He is a Senior Member of IEEE and SPIE, and a member of ACM. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, University of Southern California (2006) Affiliations: Director, US2C Lab Associate Director, CIAC Research Interests: Smart Cities, Intelligent Surveillance, Edge-Fog-Cloud Computing, IoT Security, and Privacy-Preserving Technologies. His work emphasizes real-time systems, resilient edge architectures, and decentralized consensus protocols for IoT. Grants & Awards: Funded by NSF, DoD, AFOSR, NYS MDPI Computers 2019 Best Paper Award Best Student Poster Award (IEEE AIPR 2014) Students & Labs: Advised 19 students (PhD/Master’s). Key projects include secure edge video processing, ENF-based authentication, and blockchain for IoT. The US2C Lab explores smart city applications and edge computing resilience.

• Smart cities
• Intelligent surveillance
• Edge-fog-cloud computing
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Ming Li is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Duke Kunshan University's Division of Natural and Applied Science, and a Principal Research Scientist at the Digital Innovation Research Center. He holds an adjunct position as a Professor at Wuhan University's School of Computer Science. His research focuses on audio/speech processing, multimodal behavior signal analysis, and applications in autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. Li has over 200 publications and serves on editorial boards of journals like IEEE Transactions on Audio, Speech and Language Processing. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southern California (2013). Awards include the IBM Faculty Award (2016), ISCA 5-Year Best Paper Award (2018), and Youth Achievement Award (2020). He leads initiatives in anti-spoofing countermeasures, voice conversion, and speech synthesis. Recent Courses: Random Signals and Noise Speech Recognition Data Science Key Research Contributions: Development of datasets like KunquDB, TMCSpeech, and systems for speaker verification, deepfake detection, and autism diagnosis tools. His work bridges signal processing with clinical applications, leveraging AI for social interaction improvement in neurodiverse populations.

• Audio and Speech Processing
• Multimodal Behavior Signal Analysis
• Speech Synthesis
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Grace Oakley is an Associate Professor at The University of Western Australia's Graduate School of Education, specializing in language and literacy education across Early Childhood and Primary years, with a strong focus on integrating ICTs and innovative teaching practices. She holds a BA(Hons), GradDipEd, MEd, and PhD from Edith Cowan University. Her research interests include mobile technologies for literacy learning, blended learning, and the application of augmented/virtual reality (XR) in education. She has led numerous grants and projects, including initiatives in Cambodia, Japan, and China, focusing on technology-enhanced teacher professional development and cross-cultural educational exchanges. Key roles include Deputy Dean of the Graduate School of Education (2020–present), Course Coordinator for Master of Teaching Primary (2009–2020), and leadership in curriculum committees and academic governance. She has received multiple awards for teaching excellence, including the AAUT Citation (2025) and ALEA Special Services Award (2024). Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in quality education (SDG 4) and partnerships for the goals (SDG 17). She actively engages in international collaborations, keynote presentations, and policy advising to advance educational innovation globally.

• Educational Technology
• Early Childhood Education
• Primary Education
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Francesca Pazzaglia is a Professor at the University of Padua, specializing in spatial cognition, environmental psychology, and the interplay between spatial abilities and environmental design. Her research focuses on wayfinding, aging-related spatial challenges, biophilic design, and the restorative effects of natural environments. She has extensively studied gender differences in spatial navigation, the impact of technology (e.g., GPS) on environmental knowledge, and dementia-friendly architectural guidelines. Her work bridges cognitive psychology with practical applications in healthcare and urban planning. Key research areas include: Restorative environments and their physiological/psychological benefits Spatial learning in virtual and real-world settings Design of healthcare and residential facilities for aging populations Gender and personality influences on navigation behaviors Recent studies highlight the role of nature exposure in improving cognitive performance, the efficacy of therapeutic gardens for dementia patients, and the psychological impacts of lockdowns during the pandemic. Pazzaglia collaborates internationally, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability in healthcare and urban development. Her research outputs include over 50 peer-reviewed articles, systematic reviews, and contributions to environmental certification criteria for health parks. While no formal awards are listed, her work is widely cited in environmental psychology and spatial cognition fields.

• Spatial Cognition
• Environmental Psychology
• Spatial Learning
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Aseel Berglund is an Associate Professor at Linköping University's Department of Computer and Information Science (IDA), affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Engineering (LiTH). Her research focuses on gamification, serious games, and interactive technologies for health, education, and well-being. She leads projects such as Liopep (a gamified workplace wellness tool) and Heart Exergame (for cardiac patients), collaborating with interdisciplinary teams across computer science, healthcare, and education. Her teaching interests include software entrepreneurship, interaction design, and engineering professionalism. She actively contributes to pedagogical development at LiU through roles in the Educational Development Group (PUG). Notable awards include the 2021 Entrepreneurial Teacher of the Year for innovating gamification in teaching and entrepreneurship, and the 2016 Linköping University Prize for teaching excellence. Berglund’s research emphasizes applying game mechanics to motivate behavior change, such as reducing sedentary work habits and enhancing physical activity through motion-based games. She also explores virtual/augmented reality and persuasive design in healthcare interventions. Her work bridges academia and industry, exemplified by startup ventures like Liopep and collaborations with organizations like Östgötatrafiken. Grants/Projects: Funded by Vinnova, Sweden Game Startup, and Visual Sweden. Involved in the Heart-eXg study (multicenter randomized trial for cardiac patients). Labs/Teams: Member of the Software and Systems (SAS) division at IDA, collaborating with researchers like Erik Berglund (Senior Lecturer) and Anna Strömberg (Associate Professor).

• Gamification
• Game Design
• Interactive Products
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Nicola Cellini is an Associate Professor at the Department of General Psychology of the University of Padova. His research focuses on cognitive neuroscience, sleep science, and psychological mechanisms underlying memory, emotion, and decision-making. He has conducted extensive studies on sleep deprivation effects, emotional memory consolidation, and the application of wearable health technology for sleep monitoring. His work bridges clinical psychology, neurophysiology, and behavioral science, often involving interdisciplinary collaborations. Key research areas include: Neurophysiological correlates of time perception Cognitive and emotional consequences of sleep fragmentation Role of REM sleep in emotional processing Technology validation for sleep tracking (e.g., Xiaomi Mi Band 5) Psychosocial factors in pandemic mental health (e.g., time perspective theory) His recent publications highlight trends in: Clinical applications of rTMS for addiction treatment Impact of biophilic environments on psychophysiological recovery Interplay between sleep quality and false memory formation Age-related differences in sleep patterns during pandemics Notable contributions include methodological advancements in sleep monitoring technology validation and cross-cultural analyses of psychological resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Sleep Studies
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Giorgia Cona is an Associate Professor at the Department of General Psychology, University of Padova. Her research focuses on cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, and neuroimaging, with particular emphasis on prospective memory, aging-related cognitive changes, and neural mechanisms underlying temporal and spatial cognition. She investigates the effects of neurodegenerative diseases, sensory modalities, and environmental factors on cognitive processes. Her work integrates behavioral experiments with advanced neuroimaging techniques like MEG and EEG. Her research interests include the architecture of cognitive dimensions using network analysis, the impact of indirect trauma and media exposure, and the application of virtual reality in cognitive rehabilitation. She has explored the effects of transcranial stimulation (tACS/tRNS) on neural activity and cognitive performance. Her studies often address gender differences in decision-making and the interplay between emotion and cognition. Key research themes include: prospective memory mechanisms, neural correlates of temporal and spatial processing, cognitive changes in aging/Parkinson’s disease, and the role of cortical gradients in cognitive functions. She has also contributed to methodological advancements like the PECANS statement for cognitive/neuropsychological research quality. Giorgia Cona collaborates on interdisciplinary projects including Brainhack initiatives promoting open neuroscience practices. Her work frequently examines pandemic-related cognitive impacts and mental health vulnerability factors, as seen in studies on 2020 lockdown effects and 2023 Turkey earthquake trauma exposure.

• Cognitive Psychology
• Neuropsychology
• Prospective Memory
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William Hurley is a Senior Lecturer at Nottingham School of Art & Design, Nottingham Trent University, specializing in Fashion, Knitwear and Textile Design. With over 18 years of experience in education and research, he focuses on industrial knit technology and its creative applications in novel textile development. His primary research interest lies at the intersection of technology innovation and creative design processes, particularly in fashion weft knitting. He explores novel applications through seamless knitting, 3D knitted structures, and electro-active textiles for medical and communication purposes. His work bridges traditional fashion design with cutting-edge technological advancements, emphasizing how technological innovation drives creative exploration in textile development. Recent publications (2025-2013) reveal consistent focus on textile-based sensors, antenna materials, and moisture management in knitted textiles. Key themes include optical and electrical sensing for health monitoring, space antenna applications, compression garments, and environmental effects on textile performance. This output demonstrates deep expertise in smart textiles and industrial knitting, with strong emphasis on practical applications in healthcare, aerospace, and wearable technology. No major scientific awards are documented in the available records. He has secured significant funding from Innovate UK, Horizon 2020, and the European Space Agency for projects including patient-customized compression sleeves for lymphoedema treatment, active simulator cockpit enhancement, and space antenna surface materials. While specific PhD students aren't listed, his role as Senior Lecturer involves supervising undergraduate students in knitwear design and research projects within the BA (Hons) Fashion Knitwear Design program. He is an active member of the Advanced Textiles Research Group (ATRG), which develops innovative textile applications across medical, communication, and aerospace domains. His work includes commercialized outcomes like Nike's Flyknit technology and SmartLife Technology Ltd's knitted transducers.

• Fashion Technology
• Smart Textiles
• Medical Textiles
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Bruce Wiggins is an Associate Professor in Audio Engineering at the College of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on spatial audio technologies, including Ambisonics, binaural auralization, and 3D audio systems. Notable projects include the GASP guitar system and WHAM webcam-based head-tracked audio solutions. He has contributed to advancements in microphone array calibration, speaker array modeling, and virtual reality audio integration. His work bridges theory with practical applications in music technology and acoustic engineering. Education: PhD in Audio Engineering (2004). Research Interests: Ambisonics, spatial audio capture and reproduction, 3D audio for virtual reality, binaural rendering, and innovative musical instrument design. His work emphasizes practical implementations such as the GASP guitar system and calibration tools for low-cost microphone arrays. Article Trends: Recent publications address virtual stereo microphone techniques (2024), dynamic electrical systems (2024), and browser-based 3D audio (2023). Earlier work explores head-tracking algorithms (2016–2020) and acoustic modeling for domestic environments (2017). Grants/Advising: No explicit grants listed. Advising details unavailable but has collaborated with numerous researchers on projects like WHAM and GASP. Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams developing spatial audio tools and instruments, including collaborations on virtual reality auralization and ambisonic guitar systems.

• Audio Engineering
• 3D Audio
• Ambisonics
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Philipp Lensing serves as a Professor in the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. His academic work focuses on cutting-edge developments in virtual and augmented reality systems, computer graphics, and game programming. His research interests span Virtual Reality , Augmented Reality , Mixed Reality , Game Programming , Computer Graphics , and Natural User Interfaces . Prof. Lensing has pioneered work in real-time global illumination techniques, avatar calibration systems, and the integration of virtual content with real environments. His research has been applied across diverse domains including landscape planning, physics education, medical rehabilitation, and industrial engineering. Prof. Lensing's recent publications reveal a strong trend toward practical applications of VR/AR technologies in scientific, educational, and industrial contexts. His work increasingly focuses on multimodal interaction, haptic feedback systems, and the integration of VR with complex scientific instrumentation like scanning probe microscopy. He has supervised numerous student projects focused on VR/AR applications, game development, and 3D modeling. His teaching includes courses on Computer Graphics, 3D Game Programming, Virtual and Augmented Realities, and 3D Modeling and Animation. Prof. Lensing leads several research projects including GROWTH (funded by BMBF), VRnano (BMBF), VRFlow Suite, VR-Physio-BOX, and MoDal-MR, all exploring innovative applications of immersive technologies in various practical contexts.

• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Mixed Reality
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