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Vincent Brownمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Atlantic History
• African Diaspora Studies
• Slavery
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Vincent Brown serves as the Charles Warren Professor of American History and Professor of African and African American Studies at Harvard University, based in the Center for Government and International Studies (CGIS) South Building. His academic work centers on Atlantic history with a focus on the African diaspora and slavery in the Americas. His research expertise spans Atlantic History, African Diaspora Studies, and Slavery, with deep engagement in Digital History methodologies, Early American History, Imperial History, and Race studies. Brown examines power dynamics, resistance movements, and cultural identity formation within 17th-18th century Atlantic contexts, particularly in the Caribbean. His interdisciplinary approach integrates spatial analysis and digital tools to reinterpret historical narratives of slavery and empire. Analysis of his publications (2011-2024) reveals sustained focus on slave revolts as transnational phenomena, spatial history through digital mapping, and multimedia scholarship. His work demonstrates evolution from textual analysis in The Reaper's Garden (2008) to immersive cartographic projects like the Jamaican slave revolt mapping (2012-2016), culminating in documentary production ( Herskovits at the Heart of Blackness , 2009; The Bigger Picture , 2022). Recent outputs show increasing engagement with public history and interdisciplinary connections between political geography, racial terror, and cultural memory. The source materials do not specify details regarding student advising, grant funding, or laboratory teams.

Tanine Allisonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Media
• Visual Effects
• War Representation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Tanine Allison is Associate Professor of Film and Media at Emory University and Arthur Blank NEH Chair in Humanities. Her research examines CGI, motion capture, and digital representation in cinema, with emphasis on race/gender politics in computer-generated characters. Authored "Destructive Sublime: World War II in American Film and Media" (Rutgers, 2018), analyzing combat sequences as radical aesthetic/political statements. Current book project investigates racial formations in digital character creation from Gollum to Black Panther. Teaching innovations include Emory's first courses on video games, digital media theory, and Black Mirror analysis. Serves as department Honors Coordinator supervising thesis projects.

Mike O'Callaghanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Virtual reality storytelling
• surreal animation
• 3D animation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mike O'Callaghan is a Lecturer in Animation at Ulster University's Belfast School of Art, specializing in undergraduate and MA Animation courses. He holds a BA and MA in Computer Games Art, with extensive industry experience in 3D animation for television and games. Current Research Focus: Virtual Reality storytelling and surreal animation techniques Key Collaborations: EPSRC-funded projects on Virtual Production pipelines for theater His career includes significant contributions to multi-award-winning Disney TV series like 'Doc McStuffins' and 'Henry Hugglemonster', plus work on 'Octonauts' and 'Go Jetters' for BBC. In 2017, he founded Oaken Studios, a creative media studio specializing in 3D animation. Recent Research Outputs: 3 publications in 2024 related to Virtual Production technologies Scientific Contributions: Development of hybrid digital-physical theater production workflows

• Astronomical sciences
• Virtual and mixed reality
• Applied computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Christopher Fluke is a Professor at Swinburne University of Technology, holding a position within the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing and serving as Director of the Advanced Visualisation Laboratory (AVL). His research focuses on advanced visualization technologies, human-AI teaming, and data-driven decision-making in space systems, public health, and defense contexts. Prof Fluke leads interdisciplinary collaborations with entities such as CGI Space, Defence and Intelligence Australia, and Propel Health AI. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals including Climate Action, Good Health, and Industry Innovation. Grants & Projects: Recent grants include leadership in SmartSat CRC projects on space system data fusion (2020–2023), and collaborations on carbon accounting using satellite data and digital health platforms. He also oversees the AVL, a key facility for visualizing complex scientific data. Awards: He has received the Vice Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Innovation and the David Allen Prize for contributions to astronomy education. His expertise extends to teaching roles in space technology and science communication. Labs & Teams: Directs the AVL, a国家级研究平台, and contributes to Swinburne's SmartSat initiatives. His research bridges astrophysics, AI, and real-world applications in health and defense sectors.

• Character Design
• Media Studies
• Behavioral Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Safa Tharib is affiliated with Bournemouth University's Media School, focusing on research at the intersection of character design, behavioral studies, and contextual analysis. Their work explores the psychological and perceptual dimensions of the "uncanny" in media production. Research Focus: Uncanny valley phenomena, character design in animation, human-computer interaction, and media psychology. Key Contribution: 2013 PhD thesis analyzing how realism in character design interacts with behavioral cues and environmental context to evoke uncanny responses. Their publications suggest interdisciplinary engagement with fields like cognitive science, computer graphics, and perceptual theory, though no formal awards or advising roles are documented in available records.

Kamyar Sarsharمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Business Process Management
• E-Business
• IT in Healthcare

Kamyar Sarshar is a Professor of Business Informatics at the Hamburg School of Business Administration (HSBA) since January 2014, serving as Academic Director of the Bachelor's program in Business Informatics within the Department of Technology & Markets. His educational background includes: Computer Science degree from the University of Hamburg MBA from Cardiff University, United Kingdom PhD from the Institute of Business Informatics in Saarbrücken Prior to HSBA, he worked as a Managing Consultant at Logica (now CGI), leading cross-industry process management projects. Research interests focus on: Business Process Management E-Business IT in Healthcare His work emphasizes empirical evaluation of modeling techniques like Event-driven Process Chains and Petri nets, particularly in healthcare applications and end-user usability. Publications from 2004-2008 reveal consistent contributions to business process modeling methodology, with strong empirical validation across healthcare, energy, and construction sectors, highlighting practical applicability and user-centered design principles. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Information regarding student supervision, research grants, laboratories, or collaborative teams is not specified in the source text.

Nisha Ramayyaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Contemporary and Experimental Poetry
• Postcolonial Studies
• Critical Race Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nisha Ramayya is a Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing and Co-Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Queen Mary University of London's School of English and Drama. She holds a BA in English and MA in Poetic Practice from Royal Holloway, University of London, and a PhD in Practice-Based Research from RHUL. Her work bridges experimental poetry, critical race theory, and decolonial studies, focusing on intersections of gender, race, class, and caste in postcolonial contexts. Notable works include States of the Body Produced by Love (Ignota Books, 2019), exploring British-Indian identity through Sanskrit poetics, and Threads (clinic press, 2018), co-authored with Sandeep Parmar and Bhanu Kapil, critiquing whiteness in literary traditions. Ramayya’s research spans Black studies, feminist theory, and visual poetry, with contributions to journals like English: Journal of the English Association . She co-founded the Race & Poetry & Poetics in the UK research group and collaborates with Generative Constraints on interdisciplinary projects such as Break Up Variations . Her creative-critical work often involves ritual, Tantra, and decolonial frameworks, as seen in her contributions to Ignota Books’ projects, including the Ignota Diary 2024 and events like As Above, So Below: Gaia Today (2023). Teaching includes creative writing modules on translation and poetry. She advises doctoral students in experimental poetics, postcolonial literatures, and critical race studies. Ramayya’s activism includes supporting Palestinian solidarity efforts and co-organizing events addressing climate justice and ecological interconnectedness. Labs/Teams: Generative Constraints, Race & Poetry & Poetics in the UK, Ignota Books collaborative network.

Panagiotis Kyriakoulakosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer Animation
• Digital Media
• Applied Aesthetics of Animation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Panagiotis Kyriakoulakos is an Assistant Professor in Computer Animation at the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering, University of the Aegean. He previously served as Lecturer at the same department (2010-2018) and Adjunct Lecturer at Paris 1 University (1987-1992). His academic career spans over 35 years with expertise in digital arts, animation, and new media. Education: Electrical Engineering (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki), DEA in Cinema/Television (Paris I), PhD in Art Sciences (Paris X). Professional Experience: Managing Director at Post Reality (1994-2006), New Media Director at PLD Production (2006-2010), awarded SCAM (1991) and Chevalier des Palmes Academiques (2014). Research Focus: Creative processes in animation, digital aesthetics, interactive systems, and cultural heritage projects like ARCHEOGUIDE and HIST3D. His research explores intersections between technology and artistic expression, emphasizing entrepreneurship in creative industries. Key contributions include the first Greek 30-minute computer-animated TV special Alexandra Meets the Space Toons (2003) and the Homeweb VOD platform pilot (2010). Dr. Kyriakoulakos coordinates the XARTS International Conference/School since 2013 and leads the Interactive Systems Design Lab. His work bridges academic research with practical applications through projects like the HIST3D framework and Paris-based research grants (2013). Awards: SCAM Video Magazine Editor Award (1991), Paris Research Grant (2013), French Academic Palms (2014). Labs/Teams: Interactive Systems Design Lab (since 2000), XARTS Conference Leadership. Publications: Over 30 articles, 3 books including 70 Years of Greek Animation (2016) and foundational texts on animation techniques.

Tomoko Tamariمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Japanese culture & society
• Consumer culture
• Visual culture
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Tomoko Tamari is Reader in Sociology at Goldsmiths, University of London, affiliated with the Institute for Creative and Cultural Entrepreneurship (ICCE). She joined Goldsmiths in 2013 after serving as a research fellow at Nottingham Trent University. Her academic background spans sociology, mass communication studies, and women's studies, with current interests intersecting sociology, cultural studies, and body studies. She serves as Managing Editor of Body & Society (Sage Publications) and coordinates the Theory Culture & Society 'New Encyclopaedia Project'. Tamari's research interests encompass Japanese culture and society, consumer culture, visual culture, and technology's relationship with the body. Her current working areas include animation and human perception (particularly affect in digital aesthetics and hand-drawing moving images), technology and modern architectural design (exploring Japanese Metabolism movement), food culture and lifestyles in 20th century Japan, the body and medicine (focusing on probiotics industry), body image and prosthetic aesthetics in Paralympic culture, techno-animism, and human-machine integration. Her work consistently examines how technology reshapes bodily experience and cultural practices. Her recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward examining the intersections of digital technologies, human perception, and embodiment. The majority of her work from 2023-2025 focuses on AI, digital aesthetics, animation, and the materiality of the body in technological contexts. This represents an evolution from her earlier work on Japanese consumer culture and department stores toward contemporary digital and technological questions while maintaining her core interest in embodiment and cultural practices. Tamari has been actively involved in academic leadership through her editorial roles, including co-editing special journal issues on the Tokyo Olympics and post-university scholarly apparatus. Her conference presentations reflect engagement with cutting-edge discussions about AI, embodiment, and the future of knowledge production in digital society. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided texts, her extensive publication record and editorial positions indicate significant research activity and scholarly recognition.

• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rohollah Ghasemi is a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at the School of Engineering Science , University of Skövde. His research focuses on materials science , manufacturing processes , and tribology , with particular emphasis on compacted/graphite iron microstructure analysis and laser welding optimization . His recent publications (2022–2025) explore advanced manufacturing techniques, including deep learning applications for welding quality prediction and multi-physics simulations for recoil force validation. Earlier works (2014–2019) investigate abrasion resistance , scratch mechanisms , and austempering variables in cast iron systems. Key Research Trends : Process-induced stress modeling, laser welding of dissimilar materials, microstructural engineering of CGI, tribological behavior under load, meta-model optimization Collaborations : Kent Salomonsson, Tobias J. Andersson, Anders E.W. Jarfors, Attila Dioszegi

Brendan Hennesseyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• 20th- and 21st-century Italian cinema
• Film adaptation theory and practice
• Disease representation in cinema
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Brendan Hennessey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures at Binghamton University. His research focuses on 20th- and 21st-century Italian cinema, film adaptation, and transnational cultural exchanges. He is the author of Luchino Visconti and the Alchemy of Adaptation (2021), exploring Visconti’s global cinematic adaptations. Currently, he examines disease representation in Italian cinema, integrating bioethics and public health perspectives. Education: PhD, University of California-Los Angeles MA, University of Notre Dame BA, University of Wisconsin-Madison His research interests include Italian popular culture, American photography in Italy, and Italian-American filmmaking. He co-edits book reviews for Journal for Italian Cinema & Media Studies . Teaching focuses on Italian cinema history, New York in Italian-American cinema, and crime/glamour in Italian culture. No scientific awards are listed, but his work is widely published in journals like Journal of Italian Cinema and Media Studies and Italian Culture .

• Visual Arts
• Photography
• Computer Generated Imagery
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ziggy Kolker is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Architecture, Art and Design within the Faculty of Creative & Cultural Industries at the University of Portsmouth. He holds an MA in Photography with Distinction from the London College of Communication, University of the Arts London, and brings extensive professional experience as an editorial and advertising photographer into his academic practice. His research and teaching are centered on the evolving nature of computer-generated imagery (CGI) and virtual photography, particularly how these digital forms intersect with and extend traditional photographic practices. He has integrated CGI and virtual photography modules into all levels of the BA Photography program, reflecting his commitment to innovative pedagogy. Active researcher in digital and virtual photography Exhibits internationally, including at Hyeres Festival and Musée de l’Elysée Work featured in key textbooks: Langford’s Basic Photography , Why Art Photography? Regular presenter at academic conferences on digital culture and photography His recent publications and exhibitions explore themes such as digital trace, urban memory, and the ontology of images. Projects like The Preserving Machine and Looking at Mountains demonstrate his interdisciplinary approach, combining digital art, data, and cultural theory. He has received significant recognition, including: Finalist, Klompching Gallery FRESH Award (2016, 2018) Finalist, Pullman/Wallpaper* Residency (2015) Recipient, Lucie Foundation Award (2016) Selected, Hyeres International Photography Festival (2012) Kolker plays an active role in academic governance as an external examiner for photography programs at institutions like University of Westminster and LCC, UAL. He leads multiple research projects and contributes to collaborative research groups, advancing discourse in digital visual culture.

• Theater Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Eastern European Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Edgaras Klivis, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the Department of Theater Studies within the Faculty of Arts at Vytautas Magnus University. His research focuses on intercultural art exchange in Eastern and Central Europe, exploring global contexts and local practices. Research Interests: Historical memory in theater, intermediality in performance arts, cultural identity through artistic expression, and interdisciplinary approaches to theater and cinema studies. Recent Publications: His work appears in 48 research outputs including analyses of virtual reality cinema development in Lithuania, feminist cinema communication, and intermedial expressions in Baltic theater. Key trends include studies on digital media integration, genre evolution in Lithuanian cinema, and cultural impacts of international film production.

Markos Hadjioannouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Film Philosophy
• Digital Media Theory
• Intermediality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Markos Hadjioannou is an Associate Professor of Literature at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences, with a joint appointment in Art, Art History & Visual Studies. His research explores cinema as a heterochronic composite, tracing intermedial transmutations and philosophical dimensions of film and digital media. Educated with a PhD from King's College London (2009) Director of Graduate Studies in the Program in Literature (2020–Present) Author of "From Light to Byte: Toward an Ethics of Digital Cinema" (2012) Research spans digital cinema's ontological shifts, intermediality in performance arts, and philosophical approaches to audio-visual media. His awards include the 2017 Richard K. Lublin Teaching Award. Professional activities include committee service for the "Film Philosophy" SIG (2018–2021) and editorial roles at Duke University Press (2017–2021).

Elena Blockمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Political communication
• Strategic communication
• Populist communication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elena Block is a Lecturer in Strategic and Political Communication at The University of Queensland's School of Communication and Arts, Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. She is also an Affiliate of the Centre for Communication and Social Change, contributing to their work on advocacy and the public good. Her academic profile reflects a deep engagement with contemporary challenges in political discourse and communication practices. Dr. Block holds a PhD in Political Communication from The University of Queensland and an MSc from the London School of Economic and Political Science (LSE). Before her academic career, she accumulated substantial professional experience as a journalist, media relations and public affairs executive, which informs her practical understanding of communication dynamics in real-world contexts. Her research program centers on two primary strands: the analysis of populist communication and the rise of disruptive, uncivil, and divisive discourses that challenge political dialogue and democracy; and the impact of virtual and human influencers on audiences in relation to traditional strategic communication, government PR, and propaganda. She has developed a critical framework for understanding populist communication styles, with particular focus on figures like Hugo Chávez and Donald Trump. Dr. Block's publication record shows a consistent trajectory of scholarly contribution, with her most significant works being two books published by Routledge: 'Political Communication and Leadership: Mimetisation, Hugo Chavez and the Construction of Power and Identity' (2015) and 'Discursive Disruption, Populist Communication and Democracy: The Cases of Hugo Chávez and Donald J. Trump' (2022). Her recent work has expanded to examine virtual influencers (CGI characters) and their impact on public relations practices, pandemic communication strategies across different political systems, and the mediatisation of political discourse. Political Communication and Leadership: Mimetisation, Hugo Chavez and the Construction of Power and Identity (2015) Discursive Disruption, Populist Communication and Democracy: The Cases of Hugo Chávez and Donald J. Trump (2022) Dr. Block actively supervises doctoral students across diverse topics reflecting her broad expertise, including environmental governance in China, intersectionality in US politics, crisis communication, and country image rebranding. As a media expert, she is frequently consulted on matters related to political communication, populism, strategic communication, Venezuela, and virtual influencers, demonstrating the real-world impact of her academic work.