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Nick Loucas is a Senior Research Technical Specialist at The Cyprus Institute's Science & Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Center (STARC). He holds a BA (Hons) in Computer & Video Imaging from the University of Silicon Valley and an MSc in Game Design and Interactive Technologies from Cyprus University of Technology. His expertise spans 3D modeling, game design, UI design, and virtual environments. Currently, he works in the Virtual Environments Lab, focusing on projects like 'Khirokitia VR: A Portal to the Neolithic of Cyprus'.
Education:
- BA (Hons) in Computer & Video Imaging, University of Silicon Valley
- MSc in Game Design and Interactive Technologies, Cyprus University of Technology
Research Interests: Virtual Reality applications in archaeology, 3D modeling for cultural heritage preservation, interactive digital storytelling, and gamification in education. His work bridges technology and archaeology to create immersive historical experiences.
Awards:
- First Place, Euro Commemorative Coin Design Competition (Central Bank of Cyprus)
- Lead Artist, Microsoft Imagine Cup National Finals Winner (2015)
Grants/Advising: No explicit grants or advising roles listed, but contributions to academic projects and publications are noted. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on STARC initiatives.
Labs/Teams: Virtual Environments Lab at STARC, contributing to projects blending archaeology with advanced visualization technologies.
