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• Human-Computer Interaction
• Learning Sciences
• Educational Technology
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Jennifer Olsen, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the University of San Diego since 2020. She holds a PhD, MS, and BS in Human-Computer Interaction and Cognitive Science from Carnegie Mellon University, followed by postdoctoral research at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL), Lausanne, Switzerland. Her research focuses on the intersection of human-computer interaction, cognition, and education, emphasizing collaborative learning and educational technology design from both learner and instructor perspectives. Education: PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Carnegie Mellon University MS in Human-Computer Interaction, Carnegie Mellon University BS in Cognitive Science, Carnegie Mellon University Research Interests: Dr. Olsen explores how collaboration supports learning, designs technologies to enhance educational practices, and investigates gaze-based metrics for understanding collaborative problem-solving. Her work spans gamified robotics, AI-driven orchestration systems, and virtual reality applications in vocational training. She emphasizes learner-centered design and the integration of social robots and virtual agents in pedagogical settings. Grants/Advising: While no specific grants or advisees are listed, her prolific publication record indicates active involvement in educational technology research and development. Her work addresses challenges in classroom orchestration, multimodal data analysis, and accessibility in educational robotics. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams focused on educational technology, human-robot interaction, and adaptive learning systems. Her research leverages tools like FROG orchestration graphs and eye-tracking technologies to develop practical classroom solutions.

Jamie WoodcockView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Labour Process
• Platform Work
• Gig Economy
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Dr Jamie Woodcock is a Senior Lecturer in Digital Economy at King's College London, based in the Department of Digital Humanities within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities. He holds a PhD in sociology from Goldsmiths, University of London, and has held academic positions at institutions including the University of Leeds, University of Manchester, LSE, and the Open University. His research focuses on labour processes, platform work, gig economy dynamics, and worker organizing, with a particular emphasis on critical global capitalism and digital culture. Woodcock’s research interests include the games industry, unionization strategies, and resistance to algorithmic management. He is an editorial board member of Notes from Below and Historical Materialism , and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Research Centre for Digital Culture and the Critical Global Capitalism Studies Collective at King’s. His work has been widely covered in media and he frequently speaks on digital labour issues. He has authored influential books like The Fight Against Platform Capitalism and The Gig Economy: A Critical Introduction , co-authored Guerrilla Democracy: Mobile Power and Revolution in the 21st Century , and published extensively on topics ranging from delivery platform strikes to gamification critiques. His recent recognition includes a 2025-26 Digital Futures Institute Fellowship.

Amir GhanbaripourView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Project Management
• Construction Project Management
• Gender Diversity in Project Organizations
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Dr. Amir Ghanbaripour is a Discipline Lead in Planning, Property, and Project Management at Bond University's Faculty of Society & Design, with a PhD in Construction Project Management (2020). He teaches postgraduate courses and leads the Project Management program. His expertise spans project management methodologies, systems thinking, organizational maturity, and gender equality in projects. He is an active member of the Project Management Institute (PMI) as Associate Director for Academic Outreach. Education: PhD in Construction Project Management (Bond University, 2020), MSc in Civil Engineering (Iran University of Science and Technology, 2012), BSc in Civil Engineering (Amirkabir University of Technology, 2009). Research focuses on project success models, agile methodologies, and technology integration in construction education. He leads research projects on megaprojects, sustainable practices, and gender diversity in the industry. Grants include the 2023 FSD Research Project Grant (focusing on construction project strategies) and the 2023 FSD Deans Award (exploring robotics in manufacturing). He supervises PhD candidates and collaborates with national/international organizations on project management innovation.

Danny Poo Chiang ChoonView profile

Associate Professor

• Healthcare Informatics
• Data Science
• Business Analytics
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Danny Poo Chiang Choon is a tenured Associate Professor at the School of Computing (SOC), National University of Singapore (NUS). As Curriculum Chair of the Department of Information Systems and Analytics, he plays a key role in designing and implementing Information Systems and Computer Science curriculum at NUS. Dr. Poo earned his BSc (Honours), MSc and PhD in Computation from the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST), United Kingdom. His academic journey has established him as a leader in health informatics and information systems at NUS. His research spans multiple domains with strong focus on Healthcare Informatics , where he investigates mobile health interventions, health analytics, and systems for improving patient care. His work in Data Science & Business Analytics explores knowledge management, information sharing, and effective search strategies. In Intelligent Systems , he examines software engineering approaches, object-oriented systems, and knowledge classification frameworks. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward mobile health applications, particularly in coronary heart disease prevention and diabetes management. Dr. Poo's work consistently bridges technical computing with practical healthcare applications, focusing on user-centered design and evidence-based interventions. His research shows strong interdisciplinary integration between computer science, healthcare systems, and behavioral science, with emphasis on practical implementation in Singapore's healthcare context. Dr. Poo has served in numerous leadership roles including as the founding Director of the Centre for Health Informatics at NUS (2012-2015) and as a member of the Steering Committee of the Asia Pacific Software Engineering Conference (APSEC) since 1994, serving as Vice-Chairman from 2003-2005. He has been invited to speak at international forums including the Japanese Government's "USA, Kyushu and Asia International Exchange Project" and as a keynote speaker at the 2009 Arabic Scripts Second Symposium in Abu Dhabi. His expertise is recognized through invitations to speak on knowledge management topics at conferences in Singapore. Dr. Poo has authored five books in the Information Technology area: "Enterprise JavaBeans for Students" (2014), "Object-Oriented Programming and Java" (1998, 2007), "Learn to Program Enterprise JavaBeans 3.0" (2009), "Learn to Program Java" (2009), and "Learn to Program Java User Interface".

Samuel Jean BassettoView profile

Associate Professor

• Industrial Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cognitive Science
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Samuel Jean Bassetto is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. He serves as Director of the Continuous Improvement Laboratory (LABAC) and holds membership in multiple prestigious research groups including the Research Group on Globalisation and Management of Technology (GMT), Poly-Industries 4.0 Laboratory, Interuniversity Research Centre on Enterprise Networks, Logistics and Transportation (CIRRELT), and Institute for Data Valorization (IVADO). Dr. Bassetto's research spans multiple disciplines, focusing on continuous improvement through the integration of engineering, artificial intelligence, cognitive science, psychology, and design. His primary sphere of excellence is in New Frontiers in Information and Communication Technologies, with secondary expertise in Modeling and Artificial Intelligence and Human Health. He develops tools that place humans at the center of technology to enhance organizational performance while respecting human rhythms and cognitive limitations. His recent publication portfolio reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach, with research bridging industrial engineering, cognitive neuroscience, and AI ethics. His work addresses practical challenges in lean manufacturing assessment, racial bias in medical AI systems, cognitive data collection in natural environments, and condition monitoring for industrial machinery. The research consistently demonstrates a commitment to developing practical solutions that integrate human factors with technological innovation. NSERC Synergy Prize for Innovation recipient Principal investigator on multiple research grants from NSERC, FRQ, and MITACS Collaborations with over a dozen institutions across multiple countries Supervision of over 150 highly qualified personnel throughout his career Dr. Bassetto teaches specialized courses including CAP7011 (Creativity in Research), IND8444 (Continuous Improvement), IND8203 (Industrial Launch), and previously taught IND8178 (Production). His teaching philosophy emphasizes practical application, with courses featuring hands-on exercises, real-world scenarios, and gamification techniques to enhance learning. His supervision portfolio includes numerous Ph.D. and Master's students working on topics ranging from human-technology collaboration to reinforcement learning for production management. Through LABAC, Dr. Bassetto leads research initiatives focused on developing human-centered tools for continuous improvement in organizational settings. The laboratory conducts projects related to industrial IoT applications, cognitive aspects of process improvement, and the development of practical frameworks for organizations to enhance performance while maintaining respect for human rhythms and cognitive capabilities.

Thilina HalloluwaView profile

Lecturer

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Educational Technology
• Artificial Intelligence
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Dr. Thilina Halloluwa is a Teaching Focused Lecturer in the Department of Human-Centred Computing at The University of Queensland (UQ). He holds a PhD in Human-Computer Interaction from Queensland University of Technology (2019) and a Computer Science undergraduate degree from the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology. With over 15 years of academic and industry experience, his research emphasizes real-world impact in education technology, financial inclusion, smart agriculture, and HCI. Educational Background: PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Queensland University of Technology (2019) Bachelor of Computer Science, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology Research Interests: Education for All: Leveraging technology to enhance collaborative learning and social experiences in education. Human Money Interaction: Designing ethical AI solutions for financial services, particularly for underserved communities. Smart Agro: Developing AI-driven tools for crop disease detection, yield optimization, and precision agriculture. Software Project Estimation: Improving effort estimation accuracy through explainable AI (Metrix project). Key Contributions: Developed UrbanAgro (tomato disease detection) and BellCrop (bell pepper disease datasets). Pioneered Dhana Labha , a financial management tool for rural Sri Lankan communities. Advanced online exam proctoring systems for low-resource settings. Previous Roles: Lecturer at University of Sydney (2023) Senior Lecturer at University of Colombo (2013–2023) Lab/Team Affiliations: Smart Agro Project: AI-driven agricultural solutions Metrix Initiative: Software project estimation frameworks

Yujie ChenView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Media
• Digital Labour Studies
• Platform Studies
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Dr. Yujie (Julie) Chen is an Associate Professor (on leave) at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Information, affiliated with the Department of Communication, Culture, Information & Technology (CCIT). Her work focuses on digital media's political economy, platform capitalism, and digital labour studies. She authored Super-Sticky WeChat and Chinese Society , analyzing WeChat's societal integration and platform power dynamics in China. Her research critiques how labour is marginalized in datafication discourse, particularly in platform-mediated sectors like ride-hailing (DiDi) and food delivery. Key themes include algorithmic control, worker resistance, and the interplay between technology, state policies, and labour conditions in China. Dr. Chen’s work bridges sociotechnical systems analysis with critical political economy frameworks. Her recent studies explore temporal exploitation in platform labour (e.g., food delivery workers’ time management), gamification of work processes, and the 'digital utility' concept deployed by platforms to justify market dominance. She frequently presents at conferences like AoIR and ICA, emphasizing global platform capitalism’s socio-economic impacts. Dr. Chen is completing a book manuscript examining labour’s erasure in datafication narratives and advocating for analytical frameworks that foreground embodied labour experiences. Her research also intersects with global South labour comparisons, notably between China and the Philippines in platform economies.

Eun Kyoung ChoeView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Health Informatics
• Ubiquitous Computing
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Eun Kyoung Choe is an Associate Professor in the College of Information at the University of Maryland, College Park. She returned to UMD in Fall 2024 after a year-long sabbatical at Seoul National University’s Computer Science Department. Her research bridges Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Health Informatics, and Ubiquitous Computing, with a focus on designing inclusive and accessible health technologies for marginalized populations such as blind and low-vision individuals, older adults, and stroke survivors. She earned her BS from KAIST, MIMS from the University of California, Berkeley, and PhD in Information Science from the University of Washington, where she received the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2024. Her research focuses on creating technologies that empower individuals to manage their health through personalized and accessible systems. Key areas include personal informatics, semi-automated tracking, teachable interfaces, and mobile data visualization. She investigates how people reflect on personal data and how visualizations can support insight generation, particularly on mobile devices. Her work emphasizes inclusive design, addressing health disparities through accessible technologies. The trends in her recent publications reveal a strong focus on health equity, aging, and rehabilitation. Her research spans activity tracking for older adults, stroke recovery systems, and inclusive health technologies for people with disabilities. She leverages mixed-methods approaches, co-design, and user-centered development to build systems that are both technically sound and socially impactful. Distinguished Alumni Award, University of Washington, 2024 Dr. Choe has advised several students and researchers, including Young-Ho Kim, Diana Chou, and Sabahat Fatima, and leads interdisciplinary teams on projects funded by NSF, NIH, and Microsoft Research. Her major projects include MyMove (personalized activity tracking for older adults), mHealth platforms for stroke survivors, and OmniTrack (flexible self-tracking tools). She has served on editorial boards of PACM IMWUT and Foundations and Trends in HCI and co-chaired the Health Subcommittee for CHI (2021–2023). Her work continues to advance the frontiers of accessible and human-centered health technologies. She leads the Inclusive and Accessible Health Tracking Lab, where her team develops technologies in collaboration with users from marginalized communities. The lab emphasizes participatory design, real-world deployment, and ethical considerations in health technology development.

Mary Jeanette IgnacioView profile

Associate Professor

• Stress Management
• Cognitive Integration
• Collaborative Learning
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Associate Professor Mary Jeanette Ignacio is a faculty member at the Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore (NUS), where she has served since 2008. She currently serves as the Undergraduate Programmes Director for Year 1 and specializes in simulation-based pedagogy. Doctor of Philosophy (Health Professions Education), Maastricht University Bachelor of Science (Nursing), St Dominic Savio College, Philippines Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Santo Tomas, Philippines Bachelor of Science (Psychology), University of the Philippines Diliman Her research focuses on stress management , cognitive integration , collaborative learning , and human factors in healthcare education. She has pioneered simulation-based teaching strategies across undergraduate and postgraduate nursing curricula and developed innovative approaches to link pathophysiology with clinical practice. Recent publications highlight her work in virtual reality simulations , systematic reviews on gender discrimination in nursing , and interprofessional educational interventions . She has received multiple teaching excellence awards and secured grants for simulation-based learning projects. NUS Teaching Excellence Award (Individual) 2023 NUS Long Service Award 2023 National University of Singapore Teaching Excellence Award 2017 Her funded projects include grants from the Centre for Development of Teaching and Learning (NUS), Singapore Millennium Foundation, and Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society of Nursing Research. She actively contributes to advancing simulation pedagogy , virtual hospital design , and affective fidelity in simulations to improve clinical learning outcomes.

Rachel Lara CohenView profile

Professor

• sociology of work and employment
• non-standard work
• self-employment
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Rachel Lara Cohen is a Professor in Sociology, Work and Employment at City, University of London , where she joined in 2013 after prior roles at the University of Surrey, University of Warwick, and St Petersburg State University. Her research focuses on the sociology of work, particularly non-standard employment forms like self-employment, mobile work, and homeworking, with a strong emphasis on work-life boundaries, body work, and gendered labor dynamics in occupations such as hairdressing, car mechanics, and accountancy. A mixed-methods researcher, she co-edited special issues on body work and everyday self-employment and led the City Q-Step Centre to enhance data literacy in social science students. Established : 2022-2025 ESRC-funded project ‘L-Earning: Rethinking young women's working lives’ Education : PhD in Sociology (UCLA), BA in Politics and Modern History (University of Manchester) Her research spans gender disparities in student employment, feminist methodologies, and quantitative literacy. She has served as Associate Editor of Work in the Global Economy and former Editor of Radical Statistics , with leadership roles including Head of Department of Sociology (2017-2020) and Elected Senator at City. Notable awards include the British Academy Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2007-2010) and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2021). Students supervised include topics on care sector workers, student employment in service work, ethnic identity negotiation, gender in higher education administration, and statistical studies of diversity. Her work has been published in journals such as The British Journal of Sociology , Sociology , and Gender, Work & Organization , covering themes like precarity, gendered labor patterns, and methodological innovation.

Brady RobardsView profile

Associate Professor

• Social media
• Youth culture
• Gender and sexuality studies
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Brady Robards is an Associate Professor of Sociology and Associate Dean (Research) in the Faculty of Arts at Monash University. His research focuses on youth, gender, sexuality, and digital cultures, with notable projects examining social media’s impact on employment, alcohol promotion, and LGBTQ+ digital experiences. He co-convenes the Monash Digital Cultures Research Group . Current projects include Social Media & Employment (ARC DECRA) and Scrolling Beyond Binaries (LGBTIQ+ youth studies) Recent awards: 2024 University of Bristol Visiting Fellowship, 2022 Dean’s Award for Research Enterprise Key collaborations: ARC, FARE, VicHealth, Australian Public Service His methodological innovations include the social media scroll back technique for analyzing longitudinal digital traces. Research supervision areas cover youth digital cultures, gender backlash movements, and dating technologies. He is a member of the Association of Internet Researchers (AoIR) and The Australian Sociological Association (TASA) .

Irene ScopellitiView profile

Professor

• Consumer Behavior
• Decision Theory
• Marketing
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Professor Irene Scopelliti holds the position of Professor of Marketing and Behavioural Science at Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) within the Faculty of Management at City St George's, University of London. She leads the Marketing Group and co-directs the Behavioural Research Lab. Her research focuses on consumer psychology, judgment, and decision-making, with notable contributions to areas such as social norms, cognitive biases, and behavioral interventions. She has a PhD from Bocconi University and has held positions at Carnegie Mellon University and various visiting roles internationally. Education: BA in Music, Conservatorio di Musica, Italy MSc in Economics and Management, University of Calabria, Italy PhD in Management (Marketing), Bocconi University, Italy Research interests span consumer behavior, decision theory, and organizational behavior. Notable work includes studies on food consumption norms, gamification in savings goals, and gender differences in self-promotion. Her findings have been featured in outlets like Psychological Science , Management Science , and media like BBC News and Forbes . Awards include the Academy of Management Best Paper Proceeding (2016), Cass Business School Research and Enterprise Prize (2015), and recognition from the AMA Sheth Doctoral Consortium (2009). She has also contributed to academic leadership roles, including REF lead for the Faculty of Management and Behavioral Research Pool Director. Her teaching includes analytical methods for marketing at the MSc level and experimental design in the PhD program. She collaborates with institutions such as the University of Klagenfurt and University of Calabria, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to behavioral science.

• Social Marketing
• Behavior Change
• Public Health
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Professor Timo Dietrich is a leading academic and behavior change expert at Griffith University's Griffith Business School, specializing in social marketing and public health interventions. He holds a PhD in Social Marketing from Griffith University (2015) and has over 15 years of experience in designing evidence-based programs addressing youth substance use, mental health, and education. As founder of Blurred Minds, he co-created scalable resources like the Blurred Minds Academy to tackle vaping, alcohol, and cannabis education in schools. His work emphasizes co-creation frameworks such as CBE (Co-create-Build-Engage) and builds on over 100 peer-reviewed publications. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Social Marketing), Griffith University (2012–2015) Master of International Business, Griffith University (2010–2011) Bachelor of Business Administration, Griffith University (2004–2007) Research Focus: The CBE framework, gamification, virtual reality applications in prevention programs, and co-design methodologies. His projects address youth substance use prevention, mental health promotion, and workplace well-being in agriculture. Recent work includes AI-powered social media campaigns and VR-based alcohol prevention tools. Grants & Impact: Secured over $1.5 million in research funding for initiatives like the Blurred Minds Academy (reaching 415,000+ students) and the Farmer Knowledge Network. His research has informed Queensland's state education policies and global prevention programs. Labs & Teams: Leads Social Marketing @ Griffith and collaborates with global partners through the Griffith Institute for Tourism. Active in advisory roles for NGOs and government agencies on behavior change strategies.

• Digital Ethics
• Technology Ethics
• AI Ethics
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Thorsten Busch is a Senior Lecturer at the ZHAW School of Management and Law, affiliated with the Zurich Center for Sustainability Leadership. His academic career includes roles as Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Konstanz (DE), Postdoctoral Fellow at Concordia University (CA), and Senior Research Fellow at the University of St. Gallen (CH). He holds an M.A. in political science, economics, and management from the University of Oldenburg (DE), and a Ph.D. in organizational studies and cultural theory from the University of St. Gallen (CH). His research focuses on digital business ethics, AI ethics, and sustainability in digital industries. Notable projects include leading the ethical business model development for the Play Science citizen science platform. His work has been published in outlets like Journal of Business Ethics and presented at MIT, Oxford, and McGill University. Education: M.A.: University of Oldenburg (Political Science, Economics, Management) Ph.D.: University of St. Gallen (Organizational Studies & Cultural Theory) Advanced training: Oxford Internet Institute, Harvard Berkman Klein Center Research interests bridge digital ethics and sustainability, addressing topics like algorithmic HR challenges, CSR in sports organizations, and environmental impacts of the games industry. He actively engages in global academic discussions through conferences like EGOS and ACM Ethical Games. Current projects emphasize actionable solutions for ethical business models in digital sectors.

• Emotion in Information Systems
• Cognitive Aspects of Technology
• Ethics in Information Systems
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Jeffrey K. Mullins is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Systems at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas. His research explores the intersection of emotion, cognition, and ethics in information systems, with a focus on how digital technologies blur boundaries between work and play through gamification and metaverse development. Ph.D. in Information Systems, University of Arkansas Director of Ph.D. Program, Walton College Research interests span: Emotion and cognition in digital environments Ethics of biometric and gamification technologies Metaverse development and Web3 transitions Work-life convergence in IS-enabled contexts His publications in MIS Quarterly , Journal of Business Ethics , and Journal of the Association for Information Systems reflect these themes. Recent work examines AI biometrics policy and immersive learning applications. 2024 Walton College Executive MBA Teacher of the Year 2020 ACM SIGMIS Doctoral Dissertation Award 2016 Outstanding Lecturer Award With over a decade of IT experience at a Fortune 100 firm, he teaches graduate courses in IT management and multivariate analysis while maintaining certifications like ERPsim Level 2 Training.