Dr. Hongwei Jiang is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Engineering at RMIT University, Australia. His research focuses on airline and airport operations, including service quality, emergency management, and digital transformation in the aviation sector. He has published extensively on topics such as passenger behavior during crises, airline CRM systems, and LCC strategies. Teaching interests include Air Transportation Systems, Airport Commercialization, and e-Business Systems. He is a member of the Air Transport Research Society (ATRS) and the ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) research group. His work addresses challenges in aviation safety, customer experience, and the adaptation of airlines to technological advancements.
Sheep Dalton (Nick Dalton) is Associate Professor in Computer and Information Sciences at Northumbria University, specializing in human-computer interaction with particular focus on spatial cognition and large-scale interfaces. Education includes: PhD in Engineering Postgraduate Certificates in Online Education and Higher Education Teaching Research examines: Architecture-computing interfaces Wayfinding behavior in built environments Neurodiversity in interaction design Public display systems Publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining architecture, psychology and computing, with recent work on isovist network analysis and building data interfaces. Awards and honors: BAFTA Game Beyond Entertainment Award Webby Award Winner (Social Impact category) Creative Circle Gold Awards (2017) Current projects examine body-movement interfaces at standing workstations and diabetes management interfaces. Founding member of NORSC (Northumbria social computing) research group.
Matthew Buckley is a Lecturer in Psychology at Aston University's School of Psychology, within the College of Health and Life Sciences. His research focuses on spatial cognition, navigation learning processes, and their neural substrates, utilizing virtual environments and reverse-translated rodent study paradigms. He explores developmental trajectories of navigational abilities and spatial deficits in neurological conditions. Recent work examines how spatial boundaries influence event memory formation. Education: PhD in Psychology, University of Nottingham (2015) MSc in Psychology, University of Nottingham (2011) BSc in Psychology, Durham University (2010) Teaching & Roles: Lecturer for undergraduate courses in Biological/Cognitive Psychology and Neuroscience Supervisor for Final Year Projects and Master's Dissertations Psychology Research Seminar Coordinator Awards: Recipient of the British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grant (2021) and the BPS Cognitive Section Prize (2023). Labs & Affiliations: Member of the Cognition & Neuroscience Research Group (CNRG) and Honorary Fellow at Durham University's Department of Psychology.
Dr. Ravi Kuber is an Associate Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in the Department of Information Systems at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). His research focuses on accessibility technologies, particularly haptic and multimodal interfaces for visually impaired users and older adults. He explores situational awareness enhancement, usable security for disabled users, and assistive technologies for situational impairments. He holds a Ph.D. from Queen's University Belfast and M.Sc./B.Sc. degrees from University College London. Education: Ph.D., Queen's University Belfast (Northern Ireland); M.Sc. & B.Sc., University College London (UK). Research Interests: Haptic technologies, accessibility for disabilities, situational impairments, BCI/gestural interfaces, mobile interaction design, and security for visually impaired users. He leads the Multimodal Interactions Lab and has NSF-funded projects on wearable technology for non-visual wayfinding. Grants: NSF Award No. 1352924 (Situational Awareness via Tactile Feedback). Labs & Teams: Multimodal Interactions Lab at UMBC, collaborating on projects like H4Plock (tactile authentication) and firefighter alert systems.
Rohit Dubey is a researcher affiliated with the Singapore-ETH Centre under the Faculty of Society & Design , focusing on cognitive modeling and human navigation behaviors. His work addresses how humans process information and make decisions in uncertain environments, particularly during wayfinding tasks. Research Interests: Cognitive modeling of spatial navigation Human decision-making under uncertainty Information source analysis in behavioral contexts Integration of computational models with human-centric design
Dr. Stephen Lucek is an Assistant Professor in Linguistics at University College Dublin, School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics. He holds a PhD from Trinity College Dublin and a Professional Certificate in University Teaching & Learning from UCD. His research focuses on linguistic variation and multilingualism in Ireland, particularly in educational contexts. PhD in Linguistics, Trinity College Dublin Professional Certificate in University Teaching & Learning, University College Dublin Stephen's research interests include sociolinguistics, Irish English, multilingualism, register variation, polydialectalism, and language ideologies. He employs cognitive and perceptual approaches, especially Conceptual Metaphor Theory and perceptual dialectology, to study how language reflects identity and social structure. His work often examines the impact of standard language ideology and accent discrimination in Irish secondary schools. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in raciolinguistics, language policy, and cognitive linguistics. His work analyzes public discourse on Twitter, media representations of Irish dialects, and presidential rhetoric, showing a broad methodological range from corpus analysis to qualitative interviews. Stephen has been a co-editor of Teanga: The Journal of the Irish Association for Applied Linguistics , contributing to the advancement of applied linguistics in Ireland. He has secured competitive research grants, including from the Irish Research Council, to study adolescents' language use and discrimination in schools. He actively supervises MA and PhD students and teaches modules such as Multilingualism, World Englishes, and Research Skills. He also coordinates several key courses and has been involved in public engagement through media appearances on topics like accentism, AI in grading, and language change among youth. Stephen has been involved in significant interdisciplinary collaborations, including with Vicky Garnett on dialect mapping and Garrett Phelan on the Free Thought FM art project, which explored class inequality and access to education in Dublin.
Ruth Conroy Dalton is a Professor of Architecture at Northumbria University, Newcastle, specializing in space syntax analysis, pedestrian movement, and spatial cognition. She previously held roles as Founding Professor of Architecture and Head of the Lancaster School of Architecture at Lancaster University (2019–2022). Her career includes licensed architectural work for firms like Foster + Partners and academic positions at institutions such as the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL, and the Georgia Institute of Technology. Dalton’s research bridges architecture with cognitive science, focusing on how spatial design impacts navigation and social behavior. She has authored/co-authored over 200 publications and led projects like the Sea Hero Quest game, which uses gaming to study spatial navigation linked to dementia research. Education: PhD in Architecture (UCL, 2001), MSc (UCL, 1996), BSc (UCL, 1991) Professional Affiliations: Chartered Member of ARB, Fellow of RIBA, Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Key Research Interests: Wayfinding, urban walkability, spatial navigation, and architectural usability Recent Projects: Investigating cultural and urban impacts on navigation ability, design of socially distanced environments, and leveraging virtual reality in architectural design Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining architectural design with cognitive science and technology to enhance built environments. Dalton currently supervises PhD students, including Emad Alyedreessy, and actively engages in professional activities such as book launches, academic conferences, and design consultations.
Dr. Benedict C. O. F. Fehringer is a Researcher at the Department of Psychology within the School of Social Sciences at the University of Mannheim. He is affiliated with Stefan Münzer's Lab and focuses on educational psychology, spatial thinking, and advanced psychophysiological measurement techniques like eye tracking and pupillometry. His work examines cognitive processes during learning and testing scenarios, particularly exploring how gaze patterns and pupillary responses reflect cognitive workload and spatial reasoning. Key research interests include adaptive teaching/learning procedures, bias awareness in education, and the diagnostic potential of eye tracking data. He has developed specialized tests such as the R-Cube-SR and R-Cube-Vis for spatial ability assessment, implemented in OpenSeame software. His interdisciplinary approach integrates machine learning and data mining to analyze educational interventions and classroom diversity effects. Recent publications emphasize retest effects in spatial cognition, cultural diversity metrics in classrooms, and the validation of bias awareness scales for teachers. His work bridges cognitive psychology, educational technology, and policy-relevant issues in multicultural education settings.
Robert Chia is a Research Professor of Management at the University of Glasgow’s Adam Smith Business School. He holds a PhD in Organization Studies from Lancaster University, an MA in Organizational Analysis, and diplomas in Training Management and Mechanical Engineering from Singapore Polytechnic. As an academic, he previously held professorial roles at the Universities of St Andrews, Aberdeen, and Strathclyde. His research focuses on strategic capabilities, organizational learning, and East-West management practices, with emphasis on process philosophy and strategic emergence. Chia’s career spans over 16 years in industry, including roles in aircraft maintenance, manufacturing, and HR management. He consults for international bodies like the International Federation of Red Cross and organizations such as British Airways and Cathay Pacific Airlines. He is an elected Fellow of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts (FRSA) and former member of the Society for the Advancement of Management Studies (SAMS). His research interests include decision-making, strategic practices, organizational dysfunction, and the role of universities in business education. Notable works explore strategy as practice, process philosophy, and Confucian ethics in leadership. Chia has authored/co-authored five books and contributed to leading journals such as Organization Studies , Academy of Management Journal , and Journal of Management Studies . Key contributions include advancing strategy-as-practice theory, analyzing exploration-exploitation dynamics in innovation, and examining stakeholder theory through process-ontological lenses. His recent work addresses temporal patterns in management and strategic intentionality. Chia’s awards include his RSA Fellowship and extensive invited keynote speaking at global conferences. He has advised major corporations and institutions, emphasizing practical wisdom and organizational transformation.
Nora Almeida is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the School of Information (iSchool) at Pratt Institute and an Associate Professor in the Library Department at New York City College of Technology (City Tech), CUNY. Her work bridges library science, critical pedagogy, and community-based art practices. She is deeply involved in teaching, outreach, and public scholarship, particularly through her engagement with Interference Archive, an all-volunteer community archive of social movement materials. Education: MSLIS and Archives Certificate, Pratt Institute MFA in Poetry, Brooklyn College BFA in Poetry, Roger Williams University Her research focuses on critical pedagogy, social justice, performance, neoliberalism, and place-based learning . She explores how libraries function as sites of resistance, identity, and cultural transformation. Her interdisciplinary work often integrates artistic practice with scholarly inquiry, emphasizing embodied research and community engagement. The trends in her recent publications reflect a sustained commitment to critical librarianship, user experience, information literacy, and the role of archives in social movements . Her work interrogates institutional structures, particularly within neoliberal higher education, and advocates for more equitable, accessible, and participatory knowledge systems. She frequently employs mixed methods and qualitative research, often in collaborative projects. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the text. Nora Almeida is actively involved in mentoring and curriculum development, though no formal list of advisees is provided. She has contributed to numerous collaborative teaching initiatives and public programs. Her work with Interference Archive and her publications suggest a strong commitment to public scholarship and community-based knowledge production. She has not received mention of grant funding in the provided texts. Labs, Teams, and Affiliations: She is a member of the instruction and reference team at City Tech’s Library Department and actively collaborates with colleagues such as Jen Hoyer and Junior Tidal. Her involvement with Interference Archive highlights her commitment to volunteer-driven, non-hierarchical knowledge spaces.
Christoph Hölscher is a Full Professor and Chair of Cognitive Science at ETH Zurich, Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences. He is also an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at University College London’s Bartlett School of Architecture / Space Syntax group and has held visiting positions at UC Santa Barbara. His work bridges cognitive science, architectural design, and human-computer interaction. PhD in Psychology, University of Freiburg (2000) Habilitation in Psychology, University of Freiburg (2009) Project Manager, IT Industry (2000–2003) His research centers on spatial cognition , wayfinding in built environments , and usability in architectural design . He employs methods such as virtual reality, eye-tracking, and behavioral experiments to study how people navigate and interact with complex spaces. His work integrates cognitive psychology with urban planning and architecture to improve building legibility and user experience. The most recent publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, combining cognitive science , urban systems , and virtual environments . Key themes include crowd simulation in emergencies, spatial reference frames in navigation, multi-level wayfinding challenges, and gaze behavior during spatial decisions. These studies often use immersive technologies and space syntax analysis to evaluate architectural configurations. Governing Board, Cognitive Science Society (since 2012) Board of Directors, SFB/TR8 Spatial Cognition (2007–2012) Co-chair, 33rd Annual Conference of the Cognitive Science Society (2011) Co-chair, Spatial Cognition International Conference (2010) Hölscher leads significant research initiatives connecting cognitive science with architectural practice. He has advised on evidence-based design, developed tools for recording spatial behavior (e.g., iPad apps), and promoted the use of personas in architectural design. His lab collaborates across disciplines, involving computer scientists, architects, and psychologists in projects focused on navigation support, spatial learning, and building usability. Future work appears to emphasize real-time spatial behavior analysis, integration of mobile technologies, and cross-modal perception in complex environments.
Ricardo Pontes Resende is an Associate Professor at the Department of Digital Technologies, Buildings and Sustainable Construction within the School of Applied Digital Technologies at ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon . As an Integrated Researcher at ISTAR-Iscte , his work focuses on digital transformation in construction through Building Information Modeling (BIM) , IoT , VR/AR , and numerical modeling. He also coordinates the Digital Technologies, Buildings and Sustainable Construction degree program. Academic Background : PhD in Civil Engineering (2010), University of Porto Master in Structural Engineering (2003), IST-UTL BSc in Civil Engineering (2000), IST-UTL His research interests center on: Integrating BIM with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for sustainable construction Developing mixed reality tools for infrastructure maintenance (Microsoft HoloLens applications) Creating standardized classification systems for building information Applying digital twins in urban management and accident prevention Exploring IoT for energy efficiency and environmental monitoring Advancing UGRC (Underground Rock Construction) modeling techniques Key publication trends show expertise in: Digital transformation of AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry Optimization of BIM workflows for sustainability Human-machine interaction in robotic construction Geospatial data integration in urban planning 3D scanning applications in civil engineering Smart campus energy management systems Scientific Awards : Rocha Medal 2014 (International Society for Rock Mechanics) Prémio Pedagógico 2016 (Educational Excellence Award) Rocha Medal 2013 (International Society for Rock Mechanics)
Sarah Boulden is a Partner and Denver Office Head at Silicon Legal Strategy, specializing in transactional legal matters for technology companies and venture capital investors. She also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law , teaching Venture Law: Forming, Financing, and Selling a Startup , and acts as a Supervising Attorney and guest speaker at the Entrepreneurial Law Clinic at the University of Colorado Law School. JD and MBA from University of Colorado at Boulder Bachelor's degrees in English and Corporate Communications with a business minor from University of Texas at Austin Her practice focuses on Corporate governance and entity formations Intellectual property protection Equity/debt financings Mergers and acquisitions Startup commercialization Technology law At Silicon Legal, Sarah advises growth-stage tech companies including Britive, Expensify, and Wayfinder Biosciences, with notable transactions like Britive's $20.5M Series B round (2023) and Velano Vascular's acquisition by Becton Dickinson (2021). She previously founded Entrepreneurial Solutions, a Boulder-based business consulting firm. Teaching & Mentorship: Through the University of Denver's Venture Law course and University of Colorado's Entrepreneurial Law Clinic, Sarah trains law students in startup legal frameworks while maintaining active practice in tech law.
Krzysztof Koszewski is an Assistant Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at Warsaw University of Technology. His research focuses on architectural heritage preservation, smart cities, digital design methodologies, and BIM education. He leads the CoVHer project, developing MOOCs for virtual heritage visualization, and pioneered the inter-faculty mpiBIM course integrating BIM technology into architectural education. His work bridges parametric design, IoT applications in urban spaces, and algorithmic reconstruction of historical sites like the Roman Forum Transitorium in Tunisia. He actively advocates for mental health awareness in architectural professions and explores economic aspects of architectural practice in Poland. Key initiatives include parametric analysis of medieval proto-towns, semantic segmentation for heritage documentation, and IoT sensor networks for universal design. He has been recognized with the 2022 Top 10 for the Future award from Warsaw University of Technology. His teaching emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and digital innovation, reflecting his dual role as academic leader and researcher pushing architectural education boundaries.
Amy Beth Wright is a Professor of Practice in the School of Humanities at Purchase College, State University of New York, where she has been a core member of the writing faculty since 2012. She teaches courses such as College Writing, The Art of the Essay, and Introduction to Digital Publishing, and is deeply committed to expository writing and student engagement. Her educational background includes a BA from Oberlin College and an MFA in Writing from Sarah Lawrence College. Wright’s research and professional interests span creative nonfiction, travel writing, food and spirits journalism, public lands, architecture, and writing pedagogy. She is the founding editor of Expose , Purchase College’s Journal of Expository Writing, and co-edits SUNY Writes! , a pedagogical blogzine for writing educators. Her work frequently explores the intersection of personal narrative and cultural commentary, with a particular focus on sensory and emotional experiences in nature and urban environments. Her publications have appeared in Catapult , Electric Literature , Artsy , Wine Enthusiast , and Fodors Travel , among others. She co-founded Parks & Points , a digital platform for writing about public lands, and co-edited the poetry anthology Wayfinding (2021), which celebrates national parks through lyrical and confessional verse. Her recent articles reflect a strong thematic trend toward environmental storytelling, cultural reporting, and interdisciplinary creative expression. Her scientific and professional awards include: Purchase College Faculty Award for Student Engagement (Fall 2024) Individual Development Grant for Independent Research (Summer 2024) Werlinich Faculty Development Grant (Summer 2020) Clark Robertson Incentive Fund (Summer 2021) Wright actively contributes to academic service, serving on the SUNY Council on Writing board and co-planning conferences focused on writing pedagogy and community building. She mentors students through editorial projects and writing programs, and her work bridges creative practice, scholarship, and public engagement. She leads initiatives such as the annual poetry series at Parks & Points and contributes to curriculum development in writing education. She is involved in the following labs, teams, and collaborative projects: Expose – The Purchase College Journal of Expository Writing (Editor) SUNY Writes! – Craft-of-Pedagogy Blogzine (Co-Editor) Parks & Points – Website on Public Lands (Co-Founder and Editor) Anthology Wayfinding (Co-Editor) SUNY Council on Writing (Board Member and Conference Planner)
