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Luisa Calèمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Romantic Literature
• Visual Culture
• Material Cultures
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Luisa Calè is a Professor of Romantic and Nineteenth-Century Literature & Visual Culture and Research Lead at Birkbeck, University of London. She holds degrees from the University of Rome 'La Sapienza' (1993), University of Genoa (1997), and the University of Oxford (M.St. 1998, D.Phil 2002). Her research explores the interplay between literature and visual/material culture, focusing on book history, intermediality, and practices of reading/collecting. Her Leverhulme Trust-funded project 'The Book Unbound' examines how works by Blake, Walpole, and Dickens subverted traditional book formats. Education: PhD in Literary Studies, University of Genoa (1997) D.Phil., University of Oxford (2002) M.St. in English, University of Oxford (1998) Letters Degree, University of Rome (1993) Her research interests include Romantic aesthetics, material texts, and critical disciplinarity. Notable publications include Fuseli’s Milton Gallery (2006) and co-edited volumes like Dante on View (2007). She edits Blake/An Illustrated Quarterly and serves on editorial boards for Word & Image and Romantic Circles Gallery . Recent awards include a Leverhulme Trust Research Fellowship (2019) and a Mercator Fellowship (2018-19). She supervises graduate students in Romantic literature, material culture, and book history.

Tien Tsin Wongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Generative AI
• Computer Graphics
• Computer Vision
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Tien Tsin Wong is a Professor in the Department of Data Science & AI at Monash University, Australia. Previously, he served as a Professor at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (1999–2024) and held a Visiting Assistant Professor position at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (1998–1999). His research focuses on Generative AI, Computer Graphics, Computer Vision, and Computational Manga, with significant contributions to GPU techniques, image-based rendering, and multimedia compression. Education: He earned a B.Sc. (1992), MPhil (1994), and PhD (1998) in Computer Science from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Research Interests: His work bridges computational techniques with artistic applications, particularly in manga and animation. Notable areas include generative models, diffusion-based video synthesis, and physically plausible scene generation. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovations in education and digital accessibility. Awards : He has received the 2004 Young Researcher Award, 2005 IEEE Transactions on Multimedia Prize Paper Award, and two international invention medals (Geneva 2018, Asia Hong Kong 2019). Editorial Roles : He serves as an Associate Editor for Computer Graphics Forum , IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics , and Computational Visual Media . His editorial work underscores his influence in advancing visualization and graphics research. Labs/Teams : While not explicitly named, his collaborations span global institutions, focusing on computational manga, generative AI, and GPU-optimized techniques. His work often involves interdisciplinary teams addressing challenges in digital media and AI.

Barbara Mittlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chinese Cultural Studies
• Transcultural Studies
• Cultural Memory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Barbara Mittler is Professor of Sinology at Heidelberg University and founding co-director of the Heidelberg Centre for Transcultural Studies (CATS) and the Cluster of Excellence 'Asia and Europe in a Global Context.' Her research explores Chinese cultural policy, print media, musicology, visual culture, and transcultural studies. Mittler's scholarly contributions include groundbreaking work on Cultural Revolution culture, early Chinese print media (particularly women's magazines), and the transcultural flows of cultural production. Her current projects examine Mao as a global icon and comparative studies of Asian 'fathers of the nation.' Her publication record demonstrates consistent focus on cultural transmission mechanisms, with recent research developing transcultural frameworks for understanding cultural exchange and historical analysis. Publications reflect an interdisciplinary approach combining visual analysis, media studies, and historical methodology. Mittler has received numerous honors including the Fairbank Prize, Heinz-Maier-Leibnitz Prize, and memberships in the Leopoldina and Heidelberg Academy of Sciences. She leads major initiatives like the China-Schul-Akademie developing educational materials about China for German schools.

Juliette Pattinsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender and War
• Cultural Memory
• Oral History Methodology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Juliette Pattinson is Professor of War Studies at King's College London, where she researches gender, cultural memory, and personal testimonies of war. An AdvanceHE Chair of Athena Swan, she previously held leadership positions at the University of Kent including Director of Arts and Humanities. Pattinson's work examines gender dynamics in conflict, particularly during the Second World War. She investigates resistance movements, civilian masculinities, and cultural representations of war. Her research employs oral history methodologies to analyze lived experiences of conflict. Current projects include the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry in the Second World War and cultural representations of civilian men in the First World War. Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on gender analysis of war experiences and memory construction.

Rebecca Hainsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Children's Media Culture
• Media and Race
• Gender Representation in Media
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rebecca Hains is a Professor of Media and Communication at Salem State University. Her research focuses on children's media culture, gender representation, and marketing to children through critical/cultural studies. Ph.D. in Mass Media and Communication from Temple University (2007) Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies from Temple University (2007) M.S. in Mass Communication from Boston University (2000) B.A. in English/Communication Arts from Emmanuel College (1998) Her work has been featured in major news outlets like BBC, The New York Times, and NPR. She has authored two monographs: The Princess Problem (2014) and Growing Up with Girl Power (2012), and co-edited three collections on children's media and toys. Recent publications analyze: Barbie's body politics and diversity marketing Gendered marketing in LEGO toys Intersectional analysis of media's impact on children Critical perspectives on youth media consumption She actively engages in public scholarship through RebeccaHains.com , social media, and media commentary. Key research trends show: Continuity in examining gendered consumer culture Evolution from girl power narratives to contemporary princess culture Increasing focus on intersectional analyses of race, gender, and class Interdisciplinary approach combining media studies, sociology, and gender studies Her teaching includes courses like: MCO 222 How Advertising Works MCO 303 Media and Race MCO 475 Critical Analysis of Media and Culture MCO 330 UX Research in Digital Media

• Art History
• Eighteenth-century Art
• Nineteenth-century Art
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Morna O'Neill is a Professor and Department Chair at Wake Forest University, specializing in Eighteenth- and Nineteenth-Century European Art, with a focus on the intersection of art, design, and politics in Britain. Her research redefines traditional hierarchies between fine and decorative arts through a political lens. Research Interests: Art History, British Art, Arts and Crafts Movement, Political Art, Colonial Art, Domestic Interiors, Museum Studies. Key Publications include monographs on Walter Crane and Hugh Lane, and articles exploring topics such as socialist symbolism in decorative arts, imperial narratives in Victorian print culture, and the role of domestic spaces in art history. Her work has been recognized with the Historians of British Art Book Prize. Projects: Co-founder of the digital humanities initiative Home Subjects , which investigates the domestic display of art in Britain (1715–1914), supported by a National Endowment for the Humanities grant. She co-chaired the 2015 College Art Association conference session on private art display. Scientific Awards: Historians of British Art Book Prize for Best Book before 1900 (2011).

Finbarr Barry Floodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Art and architecture of the Islamic world
• Cross-cultural dimensions of Islamic material culture
• Theories and practices of image-making
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Finbarr Barry Flood is the William R. Kenan, Jr., Professor of the Humanities and Founder-Director of the Silsila: Center for Material Histories at NYU's Institute of Fine Arts. He holds a Ph.D. in Islamic Art History from the University of Edinburgh (1993) and a B.A. in Archaeology from Trinity College Dublin (1988). His research focuses on Islamic art and architecture, cross-cultural material culture, and art historical methodologies. Notably, he has held prestigious fellowships such as the Slade Professorship at Oxford and ACLS Collaborative Research Fellowship. His work bridges global art histories, examining topics like medieval Hindu-Muslim encounters, iconoclasm, and the materiality of religious artifacts. Flood’s scholarly contributions include seminal books like Objects of Translation and The Great Mosque of Damascus . His awards reflect both academic excellence and teaching prowess, including NYU's Golden Dozen Award. As director of Silsila, he leads interdisciplinary research into material histories, fostering collaborations across disciplines and regions. His publications span 40+ years, addressing themes from medieval art technologies to modern reinterpretations of Islamic aesthetics.

Gan Sheuo Huiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Japanese Anime
• Manga Studies
• Animation Aesthetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gan Sheuo Hui serves as Lecturer in Animation at LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore, with extensive international engagement through visiting positions at National University of Singapore (NUS), Kyoto Seika University, and the Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures. Her academic profile bridges Japanese animation scholarship with Southeast Asian cultural contexts through fieldwork-driven research. Her educational qualifications include: PhD in Human and Environmental Studies from Kyoto University, Japan Master of Communication (Screen Studies) from University of Science Malaysia Bachelor of Communication (Film Studies) from University of Science Malaysia Dr. Gan's research examines Japanese anime, manga, and popular culture through lenses of authorship, censorship, and cultural hybridity, with particular focus on transnational adaptations in Southeast Asia. She integrates theoretical frameworks with empirical fieldwork involving creators, curators, and fans across Asia and the West, emphasizing practical production aspects alongside critical analysis. Her interdisciplinary approach connects film studies, media theory, and cultural anthropology. Her scholarly trajectory reveals consistent exploration of animation aesthetics (especially limited/selective animation), historical evolution of Japanese animation, and hybrid cultural forms in Southeast Asia. Key thematic threads include re-evaluating animation techniques beyond Western paradigms, analyzing global anime circulation, and documenting local adaptations of manga in Malaysia. This body of work demonstrates strong methodological integration of archival research, industry analysis, and ethnographic observation. Scientific recognition includes: Two-year Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Grant for postdoctoral research on Japanese anime history Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures Fellowship Dr. Gan has secured competitive research funding including the JSPS grant, and maintains active international collaboration through invited lectures at institutions like Sorbonne, Tokyo University, and Keio University across 20+ countries. Her teaching innovations include NUS modules incorporating Japan-based field studies, reflecting her commitment to experiential learning in Japanese visual culture. While specific student advising isn't detailed, her pedagogy emphasizes creator-fan industry ecosystems. Her research network spans the Archive Center for Anime Studies (Niigata University), Kyoto Seika University's Manga Department, and global symposia, facilitating cross-institutional knowledge exchange on animation history and contemporary media practices.

Bence Bardosمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Media Studies
• Digital Participatory Cultures
• Remix Culture
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Bence Bardos is a Lecturer in Media Production & Digital Content Creation at City, University of London, affiliated with the School of Communication & Creativity and the Department of Media, Culture and Society. He holds a PhD and MA in Media and Film from the University of Kent and has previously taught at the University of Kent and Kodolányi János University in Budapest. His research centers on digital participatory cultures, focusing on remix culture, online memes, parody, transmedia storytelling, and the cultural meanings embedded in internet phenomena. He explores how digital communities reinterpret media through irony, humor, and transformation, particularly in fandoms like Shrek and horror forms such as creepypasta. His upcoming publications examine ironic Shrek fandom, the communicative role of the Pepe the Frog meme, and the nostalgic linkage between 2000s Cartoon Network and online horror. These works reflect a broader interest in how digital platforms reshape narrative, identity, and cultural memory. Dr Bardos is also an active media practitioner, with experience as a television editor, video producer, and filmmaker. His creative works have been recognized at international short film festivals. He is passionate about fiction filmmaking, microbudget cinema, and experimental or 'weird' films. PhD in Media Studies, University of Kent (2018–2023) MA in Film with Practice, University of Kent (2016–2017) BA in Film, University of Kent (2013–2016) He has delivered papers at the ECREA European Communication Conference and the Two Decades of Shrek Online Symposium. His interdisciplinary background bridges media theory, film practice, and digital culture, informing both his teaching and research.

Eric Chalfantمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

• Media Studies
• Religious Studies
• Affect Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eric Chalfant is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Film and Media at Queen’s University. He has previously taught at Elon University and Portland Community College. He earned his PhD from Duke University (2016), MA from Wake Forest University (2011), and BA from Whitman College (2008). Research Interests: Intersections of media studies, religious studies, and affect theory; material media analysis; sound culture studies; interface studies; algorithmic and network culture. Key Projects: A book-length study on media archaeology of North American atheist media (print, broadcast, digital) and another project exploring media, religion, and affect studies through the lens of 'noise' and divination. Media Archaeology: Examines how changing media forms (print, radio, digital) shaped atheist subjectivity, from 19th-century openness to Reddit's networked speed. Advising: Serves as MA and PhD Co-Supervisor.

• International Relations Theory
• Security Studies
• Poststructuralism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Lene Hansen is a leading scholar at the Department of Political Science , University of Copenhagen , with expertise in International Relations Theory and Security Studies . Her work integrates poststructuralism , feminism , and constructivism , focusing on the role of visual culture in shaping security narratives. She directed the Images and International Security project (2014–2017), funded by The Danish Council for Independent Research (7.4 million DKK). Education: Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. in Political Science from the University of Copenhagen (1998, 1994, 1992). Research Interests: Hansen explores the intersection of identity , discourse , and visual politics in international security. Her contributions include methodological frameworks for discourse analysis and critiques of securitization theory through feminist lenses. Article Trends: Her recent work emphasizes visual security practices (e.g., HIV/AIDS, refugee crisis), poststructuralist theory , and cultural analysis , often addressing how images and emotions shape international crises and policy. Scientific Awards: Elite Research Prize (2011) Multiple grants from The Danish Council for Independent Research (2013, 2009) Editorial Roles: She has served on editorial boards of International Theory , European Journal of International Relations , and Security Dialogue , and as Editor-in-Chief of European Journal of International Relations (2008–2013).

Natalie Hanley-Smithمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Georgian Britain
• Marriage History
• Adultery History
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Natalie Hanley-Smith is a Teaching Fellow in early modern history at the University of Warwick, specializing in Georgian Britain and its social-cultural dynamics. Her research expertise encompasses: Marriage history and unconventional relationships in Georgian Britain Historical perspectives on adultery, emotion, and gossip Political culture during the Enlightenment and Romantic eras Women's experiences in British colonial and expatriate communities Representations of intimacy and morality in historical art Dr. Hanley-Smith's recent publications analyze the historical representation of adultery in art across centuries, from Renaissance biblical scenes to Pre-Raphaelite works and satirical cartoons. Her work reveals how artistic depictions of infidelity have consistently served as cultural touchstones for examining societal attitudes toward passion, guilt, desire, and moral judgment, while also reflecting broader transformations in concepts of individualism and privacy. Currently consolidating her doctoral research into a monograph titled "Controversial Intimacies: Marriage, Gossip, and Scandal in British Society, c.1780-1840," she has co-edited a special issue of Parliamentary History on "Passion, Politics, and Parliament" and has a forthcoming chapter examining representations of George IV's final mistress.

• Semiotics
• Propaganda Studies
• Media History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Caner ÇAKI is an Assistant Professor at Mucur Vocational School, Erciyes University, specializing in communication sciences with a focus on historical propaganda analysis. His academic journey includes a PhD from Erciyes University's Institute of Social Sciences in Communication Sciences (2020), an MSc from İnönü University's Institute of Social Sciences (2016), and a BA from Karadeniz Technical University's Faculty of Communication (2012). PhD: Erciyes University, Institute of Social Sciences, Communication Sciences (2016-2020) MSc: İnönü University, Institute of Social Sciences, Communication Sciences (2013-2016) BA: Karadeniz Technical University, Faculty of Communication, Public Relations and Advertising (2007-2012) ÇAKI's research primarily focuses on semiotics and propaganda studies, with particular expertise in analyzing historical political cartoons, wartime propaganda, and visual communication across different eras and political systems. His work spans multiple historical periods including World War I, World War II, the Cultural Revolution in China, and Cold War dynamics. His extensive publication record (over 150 publications) demonstrates a consistent focus on propaganda mechanisms across different historical contexts and political systems. His recent work (2023-2025) shows a continued emphasis on visual propaganda analysis, with particular attention to World War-era propaganda, Chinese Cultural Revolution materials, and historical political cartoon analysis across multiple national contexts including German, French, British, and Ottoman/Turkish media. Collaborating with researchers such as Mehmet Ozan Gülada, Mehmet Ali Gazi, Mustafa Karaca, and Abdülhakim Bahadır Darı, ÇAKI has established himself as a significant contributor to the field of historical propaganda analysis with a strong focus on visual communication methods. He teaches courses including Advertising Film, Effective Speaking and Communication, Public Relations Concepts and Theories, Popular Culture and Media, and Basic Information Technology Usage at the vocational school level, demonstrating his commitment to both theoretical research and practical education in media studies.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Gaming and Animation
• Computer Graphics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yingying Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Computing and Software department at McMaster University , where she joined in January 2022. Her research focuses on generating expressive animations for AR/VR applications and games through interdisciplinary approaches combining Computer Graphics , Artificial Intelligence , and Human Behavior Analysis . Education : Bachelor and Master degrees from Nanjing University , Ph.D. from University of California, Davis (2017) Her research explores: Generative models for human motion style transfer Physics-based motion simulation Audio-driven character synthesis Dance choreography for virtual characters Cartoon animation perception Conversational character gesture synthesis Markerless hand motion capture Recent publications focus on 3D hand pose estimation , motion style transfer , gesture-locomotion coordination , and personality perception in virtual agents . Key methodologies include deep learning , multimodal data analysis , and real-time animation systems . Scientific contributions recognized through: $240,000 Labarge Catalyst Grant in Mobility in Aging (interdisciplinary team award) US Patent 10,796,482 (3D hand pose estimation) US Patent 9,811,937 (gesture-locomotion coordination) Teaching includes graduate and undergraduate courses in Computer Animation (CAS 737), Computer Graphics (COMPSCI 3GC3/SFWRENG 3GC3), and Software Development (COMPSCI 2ME3). Research group actively recruits Ph.D. and Master's students in graphics + deep learning domains.

Matt Dennyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Film Theory
• Contemporary Hollywood Cinema
• Horror Cinema
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matt Denny is a Teaching Fellow in Film & Television Studies at the University of Warwick's Faculty of Arts, where he also serves as Widening Participation and Outreach Officer. He convenes core modules including Visual Cultures, Transnational Action Cinema, and Film Analysis and Methods for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, while acting as primary contact for SMLC Joint Honours students. He earned his First Class BA, MA for Research, and PhD (2016) all in Film and Television Studies from Warwick. His doctoral thesis examined film authorship and postmodern cinema, establishing foundations for his ongoing research trajectory. Denny's research centers on Film Theory with emphasis on authorship and representation, Contemporary Hollywood Cinema specializing in action genres, British Horror Cinema including folk horror and gothic traditions, and Film-Philosophy exploring post-structuralism and posthumanism. His work consistently examines intersections between genre conventions, philosophical frameworks, and contemporary socio-technological concerns. His 15 most recent publications reveal strong thematic continuity in folk horror studies, posthuman representations, and genre theory. Denny frequently analyzes how horror and science fiction reflect contemporary anxieties about technology, identity, and temporality, with recurring focus on folk horror's resurgence and AI's philosophical implications in cinema. Denny actively contributes to academic communities through memberships in The Fear Network, British Association of Film, Television and Screen Studies (BAFTSS), and International Gothic Association. His public engagement includes podcast appearances on Gender and AI, Eavesdropping at the Movies, and TRT World discussions about Scorsese and Marvel cinema. Though previously conducting research primarily in personal time without institutional funding, Denny now benefits from 10% research allocation under Warwick's new workload model. He has presented at numerous international conferences while maintaining significant teaching responsibilities across multiple course levels. Denny leads departmental outreach initiatives and collaborates with Warwick's Institute of Advanced Studies through The Fear Network. His interdisciplinary approach connects film studies with philosophy, gender studies, and emerging technologies through projects like the Genetics: Science and Society module with IATL.