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Greg Sims is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Craft, Jewellery and Metalsmithing at NSCAD University. His research focuses on integrating advanced digital design and fabrication technologies with traditional jewellery craft practices. He co-leads a SSHRC-funded project exploring digital approaches in Canadian art and design education.
- Education: MA from Birmingham City University (2003), undergraduate studies at OCAD University (1999)
Research emphasizes digital fabrication techniques applied to architectural-scale structures (e.g., tents, stage sets) through @lab Research Facility collaborations (2007–2011). Key exhibitions include 'Objects of Affection' (2019) and co-curated 'Making It Real' (2003).
Current projects investigate pedagogy around digital tools in craft disciplines across 5 Canadian universities. Client work includes commissions for the Nova Scotia Association of Architects and Nova Scotia Health Research Foundation.
- Grants: SSHRC-funded Thinking through Craft and the Digital Turn project
Labs: Co-founded @lab Research Facility collaboration between NSCAD and Dalhousie University focusing on responsive architectural structures.
