Simon McCallum

Simon McCallum is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. He transitioned to academia in 2009 after working as a game developer in Norway. His research focuses on Serious Games, particularly in health applications, Virtual Reality, and gamification. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Otago (2007) and has a multidisciplinary background in Mathematics, Psychology, and Philosophy.

• Education:
  • Bachelor's in Computer Science (University of Otago)
  • PhD in Computer Science (University of Otago, 2007)
• Affiliations:
  • NTNU since 2009
  • Previously worked in game development startups in Norway

His research interests include Games for Health, Augmented Reality, and Medical Education. Notable projects include Smartkuber (a cognitive health game for the elderly) and AR applications for neurosurgical training. He has collaborated extensively on gamification strategies in healthcare and software education.

His publications span topics like volumetric terrain rendering, cognitive screening via games, and educational game design. His work emphasizes bridging technology with healthcare and education through immersive experiences.