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Cumhur Erkut is an Associate Professor in the Sound and Music Computing group within the Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology at Aalborg University, Copenhagen, Denmark. With a publication record spanning over two decades from 2000 to present, his research bridges computer science, audio engineering, and creative arts.
His primary research interests include Sound Synthesis, Physical Modeling of musical instruments, Virtual Reality Audio, Sonic Interaction Design, and Embodied Interaction. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of technology and human experience, particularly in how sound and movement interact in digital environments. His recent publications show a strong shift toward AI-driven audio processing, voice conversion, and differentiable digital signal processing techniques.
Dr. Erkut's publication trends reveal an evolution from traditional physical modeling of musical instruments (particularly string instruments like tanbur, clavichord, and guitar) toward more contemporary applications in virtual reality, embodied interaction, and AI-powered audio processing. His work consistently emphasizes real-time performance considerations and human-centered design principles.
He has served in significant academic roles, including organizing the 17th International Conference on New Interfaces for Musical Expression (NIME 2017) at Aalborg University, demonstrating his leadership within the international research community.
His collaborative network is extensive, with frequent co-authorship with Stefania Serafin, Vesa Välimäki, Antti Jylhä, Rolf Nordahl, and other prominent researchers in the sound and music computing field. These collaborations span multiple institutions across Europe, reflecting the international nature of his research.
