Andrew Niels Perkis is a Professor at the Department of Electronic Systems, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on the intersection of art and technology, with emphasis on immersive media experiences, quality of experience (QoE) modeling, transmedia storytelling, and sensor-based digital narratives. He co-founded the Sense-IT laboratory and leads the ARTEC task force for art-technology research directions. Current research areas: IoT-driven digital storytelling, immersion and presence, media value chain quality assessment Applications: Creative industry business models, public space art installations, VR hazard awareness tools Recent publications address VR usability for geohazard visualization, motor task performance in immersive environments, and stakeholder engagement frameworks. His work integrates technical innovation with human-centric design principles. Awards: Winner, SXSW 2018 Place by Design competition NM Art and Design Prize (2016)
Daniela Bahn is a researcher at the Institute for German Linguistics, Philipps University of Marburg, specializing in clinical linguistics and emotion categorization studies. She has been affiliated with the university since 2014 through various roles in the TRR/135 Collaborative Research Center's C3 subprojects. Focus on developmental language disorders and emotion processing PhD in Clinical Linguistics (2011-2013, University of Bielefeld) Current work involves cross-modal emotion priming and gaze behavior analysis Her research connects socio-emotional and linguistic competencies, with special attention to developmental language disorders (DLD) and cochlear implant (CI) rehabilitation. Key methodologies include eye tracking, behavioral experiments, and training studies. Recent publications (2023-2025) examine scene grammar processing in DLD children and granularity in emotional event narration across the lifespan. While not listing specific scientific awards, her work contributes significantly to understanding multi-modal emotion processing and developmental differences in language-emotion interactions. She currently works in the C3 working group 'Emotion categorization across the lifespan' under Professors Kauschke and Schwarzer.
Prof. Dr. Ivana Ćirković-Miladinović is a Full Professor at the Department of Philological Sciences, Faculty of Pedagogical Sciences, University of Kragujevac, Jagodina. She holds a PhD in English language teaching methodology and has held academic positions since 2004. She currently serves as Vice-Dean for Teaching and Student Affairs, leading initiatives in curriculum development and international education programs. Her academic journey includes a Master's degree from the University of Nottingham (2006–2007) and a Diploma in Primary Education from the Faculty of Education in Jagodina (2004). She has taught extensively across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs, focusing on English language methodology, pedagogical strategies, and international education leadership. Research interests center on innovative language teaching methodologies for young learners, integrating technology (CALL/STREAM), and affective learning strategies. She has authored/co-authored monographs and peer-reviewed articles, such as Representation of affective strategies for learning English (2024) and Integrating technology in young learners' English language classrooms (2024). Prof. Ćirković-Miladinović leads multiple international projects including the Erasmus+ initiative Learning and Teaching STEAM – LETs STEAM (2024–2025) and STE(PA)M – Teacher Training in Physical Activities and Embodied Learning through STEAM Education (2023–2026). She is Editor-in-Chief of Uzdanica journal (ISSN 1451-673X) and serves on editorial boards of international journals. Her contributions include creating the MA in International Teacher Education Programme (MITEP) and developing its accreditation framework. She is actively involved in teacher training, peer micro-teaching processes, and cross-cultural communication initiatives with institutions in Hungary, Croatia, Montenegro, and Georgia.
Samuel Atcherson, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) in both the College of Health Professions Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology and the College of Medicine Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery. His research spans audiologic rehabilitation, auditory electrophysiology, and health literacy, with a focus on addressing challenges faced by individuals with hearing loss, particularly in healthcare communication during mask use and accessibility for people with disabilities. Research Interests: Atcherson's work integrates audiologic rehabilitation through innovations like transparent face masks and amplified stethoscopes, auditory electrophysiology using evoked potential systems, and health literacy research examining readability of medical materials, especially for those with disabilities. Publications: With over 60 peer-reviewed articles, his recent publications explore AI integration in audiology, masked speech challenges, and health disparities. A recurring theme is the intersection of technology, accessibility, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Grants & Awards: He has secured over $477,000 in grants, including NIH funding, and holds the Distinguished Scholar Fellow title from the National Academies of Practice. Leadership: Atcherson serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of the American Academy of Audiology and has contributed to textbooks like Auditory Electrophysiology: A Clinical Guide .
Sylvain Baillet serves as Adjunct Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Biomedical Engineering, and Computer Science at McGill University, and Professor of Neuroscience at Université de Montréal. He is Director of the Centre de recherche at CHUM and Director of Research & Innovation at CHUM, working primarily through the Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital (The Neuro), a leading bilingual academic healthcare institution and McGill research/teaching institute. Dr. Baillet graduated from Ecole Normale Supérieure Paris-Saclay in Applied Physics and earned his PhD summa cum laude in Physics from University of Paris (Paris-XI). His distinguished international career includes positions as Research Associate at the University of Southern California, tenured Principal Investigator at CNRS in France (2000), Head of the Brain Imaging group at La Salpetriere University Hospital (2005), and Associate Professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin (2008) before joining McGill University in 2011. As a global leader in brain imaging and multimodal electrophysiology, Dr. Baillet's research focuses on understanding the nature and macroscopic mechanisms of large-scale, network brain activity across time scales from milliseconds to the lifespan. His lab takes a multi-disciplinary approach blending imaging, multi-scale electrophysiology, cognitive and clinical neuropsychology, biophysics, computational models and data science. Rather than specializing in specific brain functions, his work seeks common denominators across neurological phenomena with particular expertise in magnetoencephalography (MEG) for time-resolved brain imaging. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trajectory toward applying advanced neuroimaging techniques to understand Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, psychosis, and chronic pain, while maintaining significant contributions to open science infrastructure. His work shows increasing integration of genetics with neurophysiology, attention to sustainability in neuroimaging, and development of predictive models for neurological conditions. Dr. Baillet's scientific recognition includes: Tier-1 Canada Research Chair of Neural Dynamics of Brain Systems (2018) French Academy of Sciences award for outstanding publication in Biology Election to the Academy of Science, Royal Society of Canada (2025) Open Science Leadership Award from the Tanenbaum Open Science Institute With over 11,700 citations and 4 articles in the Top 1% of most-cited publications in Neuroscience, Dr. Baillet has trained 130 students (74 graduates) and 13 post-doctoral fellows from diverse backgrounds, with 20 trainees securing faculty positions worldwide. His research is supported by a substantial funding portfolio exceeding $36 million from agencies including NSERC, CIHR, SSHRC, CFI, Compute Canada, Brain Canada, FRQS, FRQNT, NIH, and private donors, currently managing 14 active grants with 8 as PI or co-PI. Dr. Baillet founded the McConnell Brain Imaging Centre (Canada's largest), recruiting 6 PI leaders and 9 highly qualified personnel while raising $6.4 million in infrastructure grants. His lab hosts the Brainstorm software integration (27,600 user accounts), with training workshops attended by over 2,000 students/faculty worldwide. He co-founded the Open MEG Archives (OMEGA), now with Release 3 containing over 150 hours of MEG recordings from 644 participants, demonstrating his commitment to open science and collaborative neuroscience.
Dr. Li-Ann Leow is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Sensorimotor Performance , affiliated with the School of Psychology in the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Queensland . She holds a PhD in Motor Learning and Parkinson's Disease from the University of Western Australia, and has held postdoctoral positions at the Brain and Mind Institute (Western University) and the University of Queensland. Research Interests : Mechanisms of sensorimotor adaptation Dopamine's role in motor learning Neurostimulation techniques (tDCS) Rhythm perception and movement disorders Implicit vs explicit learning processes Motor rehabilitation in stroke and Parkinson's Article Trends show focus on neural plasticity , auditory-motor integration , and dopaminergic modulation of motor skills. Her 2025 works highlight error-driven memory consolidation and auditory cueing effects . She explores how brain stimulation reliability affects procedural learning and decision-making in both healthy and clinical populations. Scientific Awards : Honorary Fellow, School of Psychology, University of Queensland Advisory Activities : Available for supervision in motor learning and reward-based movement research Completed supervision of projects on stroke rehabilitation and implicit motor learning
Reuben Merringer is an Adjunct Instructor in the Masters IXD program within the School of Humanities and Sciences at ArtCenter College of Design. A multidisciplinary artist, musician, and writer, his practice centers on exploring liminal and ambiguous spaces through visual, auditory, and textual forms. His work investigates gray areas—thresholds between states, media, and perceptions—seeking to identify what kinds of sensory objects emerge in these in-between realms. Rooted in experimental and interdisciplinary approaches, his creative research spans visual art, sound composition, and literary expression. Reuben earned his MFA from ArtCenter College of Design's GradArt program in 2018 and has been active in the Los Angeles art scene since 2009. As an adjunct faculty member, he contributes to the development of emerging artists and designers engaged in boundary-pushing, integrative practices. While no formal scientific awards or publications are listed, his artistic contributions reflect a sustained engagement with perceptual ambiguity and experiential design. He maintains a personal website at reubenmerringer.com , showcasing his creative portfolio.
Robin Kish is an Associate Professor and Department Chair at the Department of Dance , Chapman University's College of Performing Arts . With dual certified expertise in Dance Kinesiology and Performing Arts Medicine , she pioneered the first online Dance Kinesiology program for the National Dance Education Organization in 2013. California State University, Fullerton - Bachelor of Arts California State University, Fullerton - Master of Science (Physiology & Biomechanics) University of California, Irvine - Master of Fine Arts (Kinesiology) Her research focuses on dance injury prevention , structural integration , and auditory safety in dance environments . She co-authored two seminal books with Dr. Jennie Morton, including the interactive iBook The Embodied Dancer (2018) and the revised Dancing Longer, Dancing Stronger (2018). Key contributions include: Founding organizer of 6 regional PAMA conferences 2018 International PAMA Symposium host 2013 National Dance Educators Organization online curriculum development 2011 Washington DC IADMS conference presentations 2010 Royal Conservatory Toronto invited lectures Honors include the 2018 Dawson Award for Performing Arts Medicine contributions. As a certified Pilates instructor through BASI and Structural Integration/Reiki practitioner, she integrates somatic therapies into dance training while maintaining active roles in Safe in Dance International and 4dancers.org Dance Wellness Panel .
Steffi Sachse is a full Professor of Developmental Psychology with a focus on language development at Heidelberg University of Education. She trains prospective special education teachers in psychology and diagnostics, leads the FELBI study program, and has held leadership roles in multiple longitudinal studies (DACHS, PFAU, SPATS) addressing language support for multilingual children and literacy acquisition. Her work bridges academic research with practical implementation in daycare centers and schools. Professor, Heidelberg University of Education (2013–present) Research Group Leader, 'Language and Literacy Acquisition' (2006–2013) Research Priorities: Early detection of language development delays, multilingualism promotion, emergent literacy, and linguistic interaction behavior. Her projects focus on evaluating language support programs, developing diagnostic tools for preschool children, and enhancing educator training through evidence-based interventions. Selected Publications: Key studies include the 2012 evaluation of Hessian preparatory course programs, the 2008 dyslexia prevention work, and recent contributions to diagnostic competence frameworks (DiaCoM) using cognitive modeling and Bayesian reasoning. Scientific Awards: 2010–2013: Margarete von Wrangell Habilitation Scholarship 2009–2011: Robert Bosch Foundation Research College Fellowship 2008: Stefan Engel Prize for dissertation Professional Contributions: She moderates an interdisciplinary language disorders forum since 2012, serves on GISKID and DGPs, and consults on Bavarian language screening validation. Her work emphasizes collaboration between daycare centers and schools to improve multilingual outcomes.
Carlos E Vargas-Irwin is an Assistant Professor of Neuroscience (Research) at Brown University. His work focuses on understanding how networks of neurons represent and transform information, with particular emphasis on the relationship between cortical neuron activity and upper limb motion control. He is affiliated with the Department of Neuroscience in the School of Engineering and collaborates extensively with researchers across Brown's neuroscience and engineering communities. Assistant Professor of Neuroscience (Research), Brown University NIH Director's New Innovator Award recipient (DP2NS111817) Member of the Donoghue Lab at Brown University Extensive collaborator with John Donoghue (14 co-publications) Dr. Vargas-Irwin's research interests center around brain-computer interfaces , cortical computation , neuroinformatics , and neuroprosthetics . His work aims to understand how neural networks encode movement information and transform it into action. He has developed mathematical 'neural decoder' models capable of reconstructing complex limb movements based solely on neural activity and has examined how visual information shapes motor planning for grasping. His research has significant implications for developing brain-controlled neuroprosthetic assistive devices for individuals with paralysis. Analysis of Dr. Vargas-Irwin's recent publications reveals a strong focus on decoding neural signals for brain-computer interfaces, particularly in human patients with tetraplegia. His work spans multiple aspects of neural decoding including movement intention, force representation, and the relationship between different neural signal types (spikes, local field potentials). He has made significant contributions to computational methods for neural data analysis, including the Spike Train Similarity Space (SSIMS) framework, which has been openly shared with the neuroscience community. NIH Director's New Innovator Award: DP2NS111817 (NINDS) 'Synergistic Effector/Environment encoding: A new perspective on motor cortex and brain-computer interfaces' Dr. Vargas-Irwin collaborates extensively with leading researchers in neuroscience and engineering at Brown University, including John Donoghue (with whom he has 14 co-publications), Matthew Harrison, Leigh Hochberg, and Arto Nurmikko. His research is supported by significant NIH funding through the prestigious New Innovator Award. He has developed openly shared software tools for neuroscience data analysis that have fostered multiple ongoing collaborations across the neuroscience community. His work is primarily conducted through the Donoghue Lab at Brown University, which focuses on understanding neural coding and developing brain-computer interfaces. The lab brings together expertise in neuroscience, engineering, and computational methods to tackle fundamental questions about how the brain controls movement and how this knowledge can be applied to assistive technologies for people with neurological disorders.
Professor Vlad Strukov holds a faculty position at the University of Leeds, specifically within the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies under the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures. His research expertise spans Film and Visual Culture , Queer Visual Culture , Digital Media , and Global South/Global East studies, with a focus on Russia and transnational contexts. Academic Rank: Professor Responsibilities: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator His research interests integrate Contemporary Art & Curating , Streaming Media , and Muslim Cultures , emphasizing Alternative Modernities . Key thematic concerns include: Queer subjectivities in post-Soviet cinema Soft power in BRICS cultural production Digital media's impact on memory and geopolitics Visual representation of the Arctic Media archaeology and technological transitions Recent publications examine Sakha (Yakutia) Cinema and Global Cultural Reorientations (2025), queer silences in art (2022), and digital media's role in reinterpreting classical literature (2009). His work bridges film theory, digital humanities, and queer studies, with a focus on Russia's cultural positioning in global networks. Current postgraduate researchers include Afnan Alasmari and Marta Wójtowicz . No scientific awards are explicitly documented in the source text.
Jordy Kaufman is an Associate Professor in the School of Health Sciences at Swinburne University of Technology, where he conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of child development, psychology, and technology. His work explores how children interact with and learn from virtual reality, touchscreens, social robots, and language apps, using advanced methods such as EEG, neuroimaging, and behavioral studies. BSc in Cognitive Science, Carnegie Mellon University PhD in Psychology, Duke University Postdoctoral Training, Centre for Brain and Cognitive Development, University of London His research focuses on cognitive and social development in the digital age, with particular emphasis on learning technologies, screen media impacts, and safety training using immersive environments. He investigates how emerging technologies shape children’s cognition, empathy, and social behavior, and how these tools can be optimized for educational and clinical applications. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in the use of immersive virtual reality (IVR) for teaching water safety, problem-solving, and time-telling, as well as examining neural responses to language apps and ethical implications of child-robot interaction. His work demonstrates that IVR enhances engagement, knowledge retention, and transfer of learning compared to traditional methods. Marbach Castle Residency, Jacobs Foundation (2017) Editor, Child Development (2015–) Associate Editor, Infant and Child Development , PLoS ONE , Frontiers in Psychology Member, Guideline Development Group for Australian 24-hour Movement Guidelines Kaufman supervises numerous PhD and master’s students, with research topics spanning digital play, social cognition, autism interventions, and injury prevention. He has received grants from the Australian Department of Education, Life Saving Victoria, and international bodies to support applied research in technology-enhanced learning and child safety. He leads a lab that established Australia’s first infant cognitive neuroscience facility and continues to pioneer the use of immersive technologies in developmental psychology.
Peter Jones is a vision science researcher at City, University of London, specializing in developing novel ophthalmic assessment tools. His work focuses on creating accessible vision testing methodologies, including tablet-based perimeters (Eyecatcher), VR/AR impairment simulators (OpenVisSim), and child-friendly assessment protocols. Research Focus: Innovating visual field testing through mobile technology and AI algorithms Quantifying functional vision in retinal diseases (glaucoma, AMD, CRB1-retinopathies) Developing age-appropriate psychophysical tests for pediatric populations Validating real-world vision simulation using VR/AR technologies Publication Trends: Jones' 59+ publications demonstrate consistent focus on translational vision science. Recent work (2020-2025) emphasizes: 1) Home-based monitoring solutions for chronic eye diseases, 2) Child-friendly computerized vision assessments, and 3) Validation of novel perimetry algorithms. His collaborative studies frequently involve clinical validation across diverse populations.
Jennifer Schmidt is a Professor of the Practice at Tufts University's School of the Museum of Fine Arts, where she chairs the Print, Paper, and Graphic Arts Department. Her work spans print media, graphic design, writing, and sound to create site-responsive installations and performances. Education : MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, BA in Studio Art and Art History from the University of Delaware Research interests include interrogating visual iconography, repetitive actions, and public/private space dynamics through printmaking, performance, and social sculpture. She explores material culture via handmade paper, screenprinted textiles, and architectural interventions. Recent projects focus on pattern repetition, ecological documentation, and historical homage through print-based installations, often involving participatory elements and community interaction. Scientific awards : New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship in Printmaking/Drawing/Book Arts (twice) National Endowment for the Arts Grant Advising & collaborations include mentoring at residencies and leading team-based fabrication projects. Her lab involves experimental printmaking techniques and interdisciplinary material exploration.
Melanie Weirich is a Professor and Senior Researcher at the Leibniz-Zentrum Allgemeine Sprachwissenschaft (ZAS) , Berlin. She contributes to the DFG project C02 'Variation in situated interaction' within the CRC 1412 Register: Language-Users' Knowledge of Situational-Functional Variation. Her work intersects phonetics, sociolinguistics, and multimodal speech research. Research Focus: Register variation, f0 modulation, acoustic-phonetic modeling, social meaning of speech. Methodology: Virtual reality experiments, mobile app elicitation, corpus-based analysis (e.g., German Plapper Corpus). Recent publications analyze gender-based f0 variation, vowel dispersion, pause patterns, and multimodal cues in speech. Her work has been presented at major phonetics conferences like Interspeech, ICLAVE, and DGfS. She received the prestigious Heisenberg-Professorship (2021) for her research on phonetic-sociolinguistic interfaces. Scientific Awards: Heisenberg-Professorship (2021) She collaborates with Stefanie Jannedy, Daniel Duran, and other researchers in the CRC 1412 network, contributing to laboratory phonology and speech technology innovation.
