جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Game Localisation
• Video Games Accessibility
• Audio Description
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maria Carme Mangiron Hevia is a Professor in the Department of Translation and Interpreting and East Asia Studies at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona's Faculty of Translation and Interpreting. With a PhD in Translation and Interpreting from UAB (2006) and an MA in Anglo Irish Literature and Drama from University College Dublin (1999), she has established herself as a leading researcher in game localization and accessibility studies. PhD in Translation and Interpreting, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (2006) MA in Anglo Irish Literature and Drama, University College Dublin (1999) BA in Translation and Interpreting, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (1995) Her research focuses on the intersection of translation studies and digital media accessibility, particularly in video games. She has pioneered work on audio description in gaming environments, cognitive accessibility features, and cultural mediation through fansubbing. Her fingerprint reveals strong activity in Game Localisation (100%), Video Games Accessibility (97%), Audio Description (44%), and Audiovisual Translation (24%). Analysis of her recent publications shows a clear trend toward practical applications of accessibility research in gaming, with increasing emphasis on cognitive accessibility and inclusive design frameworks. Her work bridges theoretical translation concepts with real-world implementation challenges in the gaming industry. Principal Investigator for EU-funded projects including InclusiVRity (2024-2027) and FROM WRITTEN TO ORAL TEXTS (2023-2026) Coordinator of research on corpus linguistics and digital translation Recipient of European Regional Development Fund and Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación grants Professor Mangiron Hevia has supervised 87 research projects including doctoral theses on video game accessibility for visually impaired users. She leads the TransMedia Catalonia research group and collaborates extensively with European institutions on accessibility initiatives. Her work with Maria Eugenia Larreina Morales on audio description in games exemplifies her commitment to translating research into practical accessibility solutions.

• Formal Language Theory
• Machine Learning
• Semantic Parsing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Johanna Björklund is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computing Science , Umeå University, specializing in Formal Language Theory , Machine Learning , and Semantic Parsing of Multimodal Data . Her research focuses on translating complex media (e.g., videos with audio/subtitles) into graph-based semantic representations for algorithmic processing. Current projects include WARA Media & Language (2024–2026) and AI-Driven Contextual Communication (2021–2023). Key research areas: tree automata , graph transduction , contextual advertising , and computational linguistics . Her recent publications highlight advances in tree-to-graph transduction , multimodal semantic analysis , and privacy-preserving advertising . She has secured significant grants, including SEK 12 million (2021) and 4 million SEK (2020), for AI and deep learning initiatives. Grants: SEK 12 million (2021) for AI projects. 4 million SEK (2020) for Deep Learning methods. Scientific Awards: Lead researcher in multiple EU-funded projects. Recognized for contributions to formal languages and machine learning . She collaborates with teams in semantic analysis , tree automata , and multimodal AI , emphasizing practical applications like visual analytics and advertising systems .

Ian Laneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Natural Language Processing
• Speech Recognition
• Machine Translation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ian Lane is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science and Engineering Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz's Baskin Engineering school, serving as Program Director for the Natural Language Processing Professional Master's Degree Program. He joined UCSC in Fall 2022 after an extensive career spanning academia and industry. His research centers on computational systems that understand spoken human language, spanning speech recognition, transcription, meaning interpretation, and contextually appropriate responses. Key research areas include: Natural Language Processing for real-world applications Conversational AI systems development Speech-to-speech translation technologies Multimodal interaction (audio-visual integration) Language technologies that learn through real-world interaction His recent publications demonstrate strong focus on hallucination detection in LLMs, tabular data understanding, explainable AI, and robust speech recognition systems. Current work emphasizes "in the wild" language technologies that adapt through user interaction. Dr. Lane has received recognition through impactful industry applications including Jibbigo (the first mobile speech translation app) and military translation systems deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan. He actively mentors students and collaborates across UCSC's Silicon Valley Campus programs including Games and Playable Media and Human-Computer Interaction. His vision includes integrating NLP with virtual environments for language learning and skill acquisition.

Maria Jose Garcia Vizcainoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Translation Studies
• Audio Description
• Advertising
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. María José García Vizcaíno is an Associate Professor at Montclair State University (MSU) in the Department of Spanish and Latino Studies, College of Humanities and Social Sciences. She serves as Director of the Graduate Certificate Program in Translation and Interpreting in Spanish. Research focuses on Translation Studies , Audio Description , and Advertising . Teaches Audio Description in Spanish , emphasizing accessibility for low-vision audiences in New York. Research Trends: Her work explores the intersection of multilingualism, sociocultural pragmatics, and creative translation in advertising and media. Key themes include code-switching, metaphorical translation, and inclusive design in performing arts. Publications: Span prestigious journals like Journal of Pragmatics and Perspectives: Studies in Translation Theory and Practice , with recent emphasis on tactile art translation and audio description. Projects: Engages students in initiatives to make performing arts accessible to Spanish-speaking low-vision communities.

Irene Ranzatoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Translation Studies
• Audiovisual Translation
• English Language and Linguistics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Irene Ranzato is an Associate Professor of English Language and Translation at the Department of European, American and Intercultural Studies , Sapienza University of Rome . She holds a PhD in Translation Studies (Imperial College London, 2013) and a Master of Philosophy in Translation Studies (Imperial College London, 2010). Her academic career spans over two decades, including roles as a contract lecturer and confirmed researcher since 2001. Research Interests : Audiovisual Translation (AVT) Dialectology and British English Accents Sociolinguistic Representation in Media Translation of Cultural Specific References Multilingualism and Language Varieties on Screen Key Projects : Co-founder of the Tradac research center (2016) Creator of the educational website Dialects in Audiovisuals (2017) Collaborator in AHRC-funded research on AVT as Cross-cultural Mediation (2016) Organizer of international conferences on Translation and Media Scientific Awards : 2018 Honorary Research Associate at UCL 2018 National Scientific Habilitation (ASN) to Associate Professor level Teaching and Mentorship : She supervises numerous bachelor’s and master’s theses, with over 81 theses guided between 2015-2018. Her teaching integrates practical translation exercises and theoretical frameworks in AVT, British dialects, and sociolinguistic representation.

• Deep Learning
• Multimodal AI
• Explainable AI
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Giorgos Stamou is a Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), and a Visiting Professor at the MIT Sloan School of Management and MIT Open Learning. He directs the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Systems Laboratory (AILS Lab) and has been a senior researcher at the Institute of Communications and Computer Systems (2000-2008) and an academic visitor at Oxford University (2011-2012). His research spans Deep Learning , Explainable AI , and Knowledge Representation , with a focus on Large Language Models and Multimodal Learning . He has coordinated over 60 funded projects and published 150+ papers. Recent work highlights trends in LLM Evaluation , Gender Bias Mitigation , and Multimodal Music Analysis , reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to AI challenges. Stamou has served on steering committees for W3C working groups (Rule Interchange Format, Web Ontology Language) and contributed to cultural heritage metadata enrichment through the CrowdHeritage projects. He founded NTUA's MSc program in Data Science and Machine Learning (2018-2022) and has organized conference tracks on riddle-solving frameworks and hallucination detection.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Mixed Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yoshihiro Banchi serves as an Assistant Professor (non-tenure-track) at the School of Fundamental Science and Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Waseda University. His academic career spans human-computer interaction with specialization in virtual and mixed reality systems. Dr. Banchi is an active member of the Virtual Reality Society of Japan, Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence, Japan Office Studies Association, and Japan Ergonomics Society, demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach to research. Dr. Banchi's research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction, Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality, and Human Factors and Ergonomics. His work investigates user experience in immersive environments, physiological responses to visual stimuli, and motion sickness mitigation strategies. He has developed innovative approaches using deep learning to predict user discomfort and optimize VR/MR experiences. His research bridges computer science, psychology, and engineering to solve practical challenges in immersive technology design. Analysis of Dr. Banchi's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory of interdisciplinary research with increasing emphasis on practical applications. His work spans fundamental studies of human perception in VR environments to applied sports data analytics. Recent publications show growing integration of deep learning techniques with physiological measurements for real-time user state estimation, particularly in automotive contexts and sports performance analysis. Dr. Banchi's scientific achievements have been recognized through multiple prestigious awards: Winner of the 2024 Sports Data Science Competition eSports Division 2025.01 Japan Statistical Society Sports Data Science Subcommittee Visualization of Players' Attack Intentions in Preemptive Attacks in "Puyo Puyo" 2023 Sports Data Science Competition Basketball Division Excellence Award 2023 Sports Data Science Competition Judo Division Grand Prize 2022 Sports Data Science Competition Judo Division Grand Prize 11th Sports Data Analysis Competition, Baseball Division, Grand Prize 10th Sports Data Analysis Competition, Gateball Division, Excellence Award As an educator, Dr. Banchi teaches courses including Human Factors and Ergonomics in Data Science across multiple Waseda University schools, Basic Experiments in Science and Engineering, Virtual Reality, and the Endowed Lecture by Sony Group. His research program includes multiple internally funded projects examining human state estimation, visual usability in XR, and ergonomic data augmentation technology. His work frequently involves industry collaboration, particularly with Sony Group, reflecting his commitment to translating academic research into practical applications. Dr. Banchi's research environment focuses on the intersection of human perception and immersive technologies, with particular attention to motion sickness mitigation, user experience optimization, and practical applications of VR/MR in sports analytics and automotive contexts. His team employs a multidisciplinary methodology combining physiological measurements, eye tracking, deep learning algorithms, and user-centered design principles to advance the field of immersive human-computer interaction.

• History of Science
• Media Studies
• Television Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Timothy Boon serves as Honorary Professor of the Material and Public Culture of Science at University College London's Department of Science & Technology Studies. His academic work bridges historical scholarship with contemporary media analysis, focusing on how scientific knowledge is communicated and understood through visual and auditory media. Boon's research spans several interconnected domains within media and science studies. His primary focus examines the historical development of science broadcasting, particularly British television programs like BBC Horizon. He investigates how scientific concepts are translated into television formats, the cultural impact of science documentaries, and the evolving relationship between scientific institutions and media producers. His work on sound studies explores auditory dimensions of scientific communication often overlooked in visual-centric media analysis. Analysis of Boon's publication record reveals consistent scholarly engagement with the mediation of scientific knowledge across different eras and formats. His work demonstrates particular expertise in British science broadcasting history, with strong emphasis on how television shapes public understanding of science. The research shows progression from early television formats to contemporary digital media, maintaining focus on the institutional frameworks that shape science communication. Boon maintains active scholarly engagement through his position at UCL, contributing to academic discourse on science communication and media history. His work connects with broader sustainability goals, particularly Climate Action, through examining how environmental science is communicated to the public.

Laure Brayerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban atmospheres and sensory experiences
• Film devices in urban research
• Mediation, critique and project articulation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laure Brayer is an Associate Professor (Maître de Conférences) at the École Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Grenoble (ENSAG), part of Université Grenoble Alpes. She is a researcher at the AAU-CRESSON laboratory (UMR Ambiances, Architectures, Urbanités), a Joint Research Unit affiliated with CNRS, Université Grenoble Alpes, ENSA Nantes, ENSA Grenoble, and Centrale Nantes. Her academic journey includes a state qualification in architecture and a doctoral thesis on film devices in urban landscape understanding, which earned the COMUE Grenoble Alpes Thesis Prize in 2014. Dr. Brayer's research focuses on contemporary urban situations, exploring their experiences, representations, and transformations through the lens of sensory perception and atmospheric qualities. She specializes in how film and audio-visual methodologies can document and analyze urban spaces, particularly investigating the 'insignificant part' of urban experience that traditional methods might overlook. Her work examines the articulation between mediation, critique, and design projects, with significant contributions to understanding how sensory phenomena translate into architectural and urban research. Her recent work shows a strong trend toward collaborative research-creation projects that bridge academic inquiry with artistic practice. She directs 'Les Ondes de l'Eau,' a project mapping sensitive memories of the Romanche Valley in collaboration with artist collective Regards des lieux. Her publications reveal deep engagement with atmospheric research, sensory ethnography, and innovative documentation methods that capture the temporal and sensory dimensions of urban spaces. She has developed expertise in using film as a collective exercise for describing atmosphere as a 'matter of concern,' organizing video workshops that generate new understandings of urban environments. Dr. Brayer has received notable recognition including the COMUE Grenoble Alpes Thesis Prize (2014). Her work has been presented at major international venues including the International Congress On Ambiances in Lisbon (2024), Festival de l'Histoire de l'Art in Fontainebleau (2023), and numerous academic conferences across Europe and North America. As an educator, she teaches in the field of Arts and Techniques of Representation at ENSAG, likely incorporating her research expertise into courses on audio-visual methodologies for architectural research and sensory documentation techniques. Her collaborative approach extends to supervising research that involves multiple stakeholders and interdisciplinary perspectives, particularly through her work with the AAU-CRESSON laboratory which serves as a hub for atmospheric and sensory urban research.

Karol Chlastaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Artificial Intelligence
• Artificial Neural Networks
• Machine Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Karol Chlasta serves as an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Management in Networked and Digital Societies at Kozminski University in Warsaw. He earned his doctoral degree in engineering and technical sciences from the Polish-Japanese Academy of Information Technology in 2023, defending his dissertation "Neural Simulation Pipeline for Liquid State Machines" with distinction (summa cum laude). His academic journey includes a Master's degree in Economic Computer Science from the University of Economics in Krakow (2008) and postgraduate studies in Business Analytics at Warsaw University of Technology (2015). Dr. Chlasta's research spans artificial intelligence, particularly neural networks and machine learning, human-computer interaction, and information management. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in AI applications for mental health screening through eye-tracking and speech analysis, sentiment analysis of social media data for migration studies, and innovative virtual reality interaction techniques. He has published consistently from 2020-2024 across multiple high-impact venues, with his work appearing in journals like Frontiers in Psychology, European Psychiatry, and Telematics and Informatics Reports, as well as conferences including ACM DIS and IEEE VR. His scientific contributions form several interconnected research threads: AI-based diagnostic systems for depression, anxiety, and dementia through biometric analysis Computational neuroscience tools including the Neural Simulation Pipeline deployable in cloud environments Sentiment analysis of social media data to understand migrant experiences during the pandemic Novel interaction techniques like VXSlate for virtual reality environments Dr. Chlasta has received notable recognition including the Scholarship of the Minister of National Education and Sport (2006) and the "Outstanding Leader" award from Aviva's global CIO (2017). His interdisciplinary approach bridges technical AI expertise with practical applications in healthcare, migration studies, and human-computer interaction. With over fifteen years of industry experience at major organizations including HP, IBM, and Aviva, Dr. Chlasta brings substantial real-world perspective to his academic work. Since 2022, he has served as Head of Technicus Poland, where he established and manages the Polish branch while developing the company's global IT and cybersecurity functions. He is also a certified specialist across multiple enterprise technologies and a member of several professional organizations including ACM and IEEE. His research approach integrates academic rigor with practical problem-solving, focusing on developing tools that address real-world challenges in mental health screening, migration support, and virtual interaction environments.

Philipp Bruneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Facial Emotion Recognition
• Cybersecurity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Dr. Philipp Brune serves as a prominent academic leader at Neu-Ulm University of Applied Sciences (HNU), holding multiple key positions including Academic Head of TTZ Günzburg, Head of the Master of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics program, Head of the Centre for Secure IT Applications and Infrastructures, and Head of the Institute of Agile Product and System Development within the Faculty of Information Management. His career demonstrates a notable transition from physics research (evident in his early 2000-2004 publications) to his current focus on cutting-edge information systems and artificial intelligence. Dr. Brune's research program spans several interconnected domains with particular emphasis on facial emotion recognition systems, legacy system modernization, and secure IT infrastructure development. His work investigates fundamental challenges in AI interpretability, data quality for emotion recognition, and practical approaches to modernizing legacy applications. He has made substantial contributions to understanding the limitations of current facial expression recognition technologies and developing more robust, trustworthy alternatives. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a clear research trajectory toward explainable and trustworthy AI systems, with increasing sophistication in addressing data quality issues and model interpretability challenges. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications across healthcare, marketing, and smart city technologies, demonstrating strong translational research capabilities. As an educator, Dr. Brune has developed innovative pedagogical approaches specifically tailored for non-computer science majors, with research examining student motivation in programming courses and effective methods for teaching cybersecurity concepts. His leadership in the Master of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics program shapes curriculum development for next-generation AI professionals. Dr. Brune directs multiple research initiatives including the Centre for Secure IT Applications and Infrastructures, which addresses critical cybersecurity challenges in modern IT environments, and the Institute of Agile Product and System Development, which explores innovative software development methodologies. His collaborative research approach is evident through extensive co-authorship networks spanning multiple institutions and disciplines.

Sonja Ruth Thomsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Photography
• Interdisciplinary Art
• Light as Medium and Metaphor
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sonja Ruth Thomsen is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Photography at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). She teaches foundational and advanced courses including Introduction to Photographic Image Making, Color Photography, and Lighting Fundamentals. Her educational background includes: BA, 2000, Kenyon College, Gambier OH Post-Baccalaureate in Photography, 2002, San Francisco Art Institute, CA MFA, 2004, San Francisco Art Institute Thomsen's interdisciplinary practice harnesses light as both medium and metaphor, creating immersive installations that blur boundaries between photography, sculpture, and architecture. Working at the intersection of feminist theory and scientific inquiry, she transforms exhibition spaces into sites of perceptual discovery through installations incorporating materials that shift with viewers' movement. Drawing from artistic kinship with polymathic women whose voices have been historically marginalized, Thomsen treats wonder as both methodology and subject. She builds images, objects, and video that refract, reflect, and record light while positioning wonder as a feminist act of resistance. Her recent artistic output demonstrates an evolving focus on matrilineal connections to women artists like Lucia Moholy and Hazel Larsen Archer, moving from individual photographic explorations to large-scale installations and collaborative projects examining the intersection of art, science, and ecological care. The "pool" collaboration with Thom Bridge represents a significant expansion of her practice into community dialogue about environmental issues. Her notable awards include: Ruth Arts Mary L. Nohl Alumni Award Milwaukee Arts Board New Work Commission Hermitage Artist Fellowship Active Archive Residency at Black Mountain College Museum Josef Breitenbach Research Fellowship Thomsen has exhibited widely at prestigious venues including Aperture (NY), Bauhaus Archiv (Berlin), DePaul Art Museum (Chicago), High Museum of Art (Atlanta), and the Museum of Contemporary Photography (Chicago). Her work is held in major collections such as the Art Institute of Chicago, Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library at Yale University, and Milwaukee Art Museum. She has developed a significant collaborative practice through her "pool" project, creating space for dialogues about care, climate, and cross-cultural collaboration. Her current touring exhibition "and then down became up" explores pioneering women artists through a multidisciplinary investigation of balance, perspective, and maternal lineage, challenging traditional narratives of Modernism by centering women's experiences as gravitational forces in art history.

• Market Studies
• Moral Markets
• Ethnography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Katy Mason is PVC Dean at the University of Salford's Salford Business School and President of the British Academy of Management. With a distinguished career spanning multiple prestigious institutions, she has established herself as a leading scholar in market studies and moral markets research. Her work focuses on collaborative innovation systems designed to co-create markets that benefit people and the planet while respecting planetary boundaries. Her research interests include Ethnography, Management Practices, Market Studies, Moral Markets, Practice Theory, and Sustainable Business. Professor Mason has published extensively in top journals including Journal of Management Studies, Organization Studies, and British Journal of Management, with 45 research outputs spanning from 2012 to 2025. Her recent work explores digital methodologies, cyber-physical marketization, and the role of universities in addressing climate change. Professor Mason's publications reveal a consistent focus on how markets are made, shaped, and transformed through collaborative processes. Her work spans diverse contexts from electric vehicle infrastructure to rural 5G implementation, always with an eye toward creating markets that generate social, environmental and economic value. She has made significant contributions to understanding market infrastructures, market-referencing practices, and the institutional work required to operate in subsistence marketplaces. Fellow of the British Academy of Management (FBAM) Fellow of the Academy of Social Science (FAcSS) Chartered Companion of the Chartered Management Institute (CCMI) Cabinet Office Policy Fellow As an academic leader, Professor Mason has served as Associate Dean for Research at Lancaster University Management School and currently as PVC Dean at the University of Salford. She contributes to multiple editorial boards including Management Learning, Industrial Marketing Management, Journal of Management Studies, and the British Journal of Management. Her leadership extends to policy impact, where she explores how business schools can create 'Paradox Boxes' to facilitate academic-policy interactions that address societal challenges. Professor Mason leads research that directly contributes to multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to quality education, gender equality, sustainable economic growth, innovation, sustainable cities, responsible consumption, and global partnerships. Her current work with organizations like Rolls-Royce, Microsoft, and government bodies demonstrates the practical impact of her theoretical contributions to market studies.

Lou Kilgerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Sound Design
• Digital Media
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lou Kilger serves as Professor of composition and sound design for digital media at KreativInstitut.OWL since 2023 and holds a teaching position in sound direction at State University of Music Trossingen since 2020. An active composer with works premiering at prestigious venues including the Donaueschingen Music Festival and Munich Biennale, he bridges artistic creation with technical innovation in digital media environments. His educational background includes: Concert exam in composition from Cologne University of Music and Dance (2020-2022) Master in Sound Direction from University of Music and Performing Arts Frankfurt (2019) Master in Electronic Composition from Cologne University of Music and Dance (2017) Bachelor of Music Design from State University of Music Trossingen (2011) Professor Kilger's research centers on intermedia composition where digital media, sound design, and music informatics converge. He creates environments where 'things that are unimaginable on your own suddenly become tangible' through team-oriented approaches. His work explores states between reality and virtuality using binaural audio, mobile platforms, and glitch aesthetics, often incorporating biological metaphors and fluid dynamics. Projects like the mei-friend Editor demonstrate his commitment to advancing musicological markup standards while maintaining artistic innovation. His creative output shows clear progression from audiovisual miniatures (2013-2017) to complex intermedia systems (2021-2024), with increasing emphasis on digital space composition and audience interaction. Recent works like 'smonize' (2024) and 'nournimity' (2023) feature multichannel sound, bio-inspired design, and virtual reality elements, reflecting his focus on 'being between reality and virtuality.' While no formal awards are listed, his SWR commission for Donaueschingen Music Festival 2024 represents significant recognition. Key projects include: Musicological Markup in the mei-friend Editor (released January 2025) Internship program at KIO providing cross-disciplinary research exposure (2024) Live Coding Meetups fostering technical-artistic collaboration Professor Kilger actively supervises students through teaching positions at two institutions and integrates them into live projects. His funding includes the SWR commission and mei-friend Editor development, supporting team-oriented approaches where students collaborate with specialized colleagues. He emphasizes practical experience in 'artistic, compositional and technical production fields,' preparing students for careers at the intersection of art and technology. Though no formal lab name is specified, his work operates within KreativInstitut.OWL's research ecosystem focused on digital media production. The environment fosters collaboration across disciplines, with students and researchers contributing to intermedia projects that combine composition, sound design, and emerging technologies in team-oriented settings.

Shree K. Nayarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Imaging
• Computer Vision
• Computer Graphics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Shree K. Nayar is the T. C. Chang Professor of Computer Science in the School of Engineering at Columbia University, where he heads the Columbia Vision Laboratory (CAVE). He served as Department Chair from 2009-2012 and was Director of Research at Snap Inc. from 2018-2024. Nayar received his PhD from Carnegie Mellon University and has been at Columbia since 1991, progressing from Assistant to Full Professor. His educational background includes a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University (1990), an MS from North Carolina State University (1986), and a BS from Birla Institute of Technology in India (1984). He began his career as a Research Engineer at Taylor Instruments in New Delhi before pursuing graduate studies. Nayar's research spans three interconnected areas: novel computational cameras that capture new forms of visual information, physics-based models for vision and graphics, and algorithms for scene understanding. His work in computational imaging has transformed digital photography, with applications in smartphones, robotics, virtual reality, and human-computer interfaces. His research has produced over 300 publications with nearly 60,000 citations and 80 patents. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on computational imaging challenges including low-light vision, depth sensing, mobile interaction, and accessibility technologies. His work consistently bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, as evidenced by commercial implementations of his assorted pixels technology in smartphone cameras. Elected to National Academy of Engineering (2008), American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2011), National Academy of Inventors (2014), and Indian National Academy of Engineering (2022) Okawa Prize (2023), IEEE PAMI Distinguished Researcher Award (2019) Two-time David Marr Prize winner (1990, 1995) - the highest honor in computer vision Multiple best paper awards at major conferences including SIGGRAPH Asia (2024) and ECCV (2024) National Young Investigator Award (1991), Packard Fellowship (1992) Nayar has supervised numerous PhD and Master's students throughout his career at Columbia. His lab has received continuous funding from NSF, industry partners, and foundations. The Columbia Vision Laboratory (CAVE) is known for its interdisciplinary approach, combining optics, hardware design, and algorithms to solve fundamental vision problems. Nayar's Bigshot Camera project demonstrates his commitment to education, providing hands-on learning experiences for students worldwide. The Columbia Vision Laboratory (CAVE) develops cutting-edge computational imaging and computer vision systems. Under Nayar's leadership, the lab has pioneered technologies including self-powered cameras, high dynamic range imaging systems, and novel computational cameras. The lab maintains strong industry connections, particularly through Nayar's role at Snap Research, and emphasizes translating research into real-world applications that benefit society.