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Stephen Sextonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Poetry
• Creative Writing
• Literary Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Sexton is a Lecturer in the School of Arts, English and Languages at Queen's University Belfast, where he supervises PhD students in Creative Writing: Poetry. His research focuses on contemporary poetry, blending traditional forms with modern themes, including Irish cultural contexts, environmental discourse, and interdisciplinary narratives. Key publications include If All the World and Love Were Young (Penguin, 2024) and Oils (Emma Press, 2014), the latter honored as Poetry Book Society's Winter Pamphlet Choice. His work appears in Granta , Poetry London , and The Virginia Quarterly Review . He has received major accolades such as the UK National Poetry Competition (2017) and the Eric Gregory Award (2018). Sexton engages in public scholarship through BBC documentaries like We Will Arise and Go Now and Driving Bill Drummond , alongside lectures and poetry readings globally. His creative practice explores intersections between technology and literature, exemplified in works like No traces (2023), which examines gaming and poetry. Recent academic activities include the Bhatia Lectureship (2024), an invited talk at IASIL Japan (2024), and serving as an external examiner for Newcastle University's MA in Creative Writing. His research profile emphasizes innovation in poetic form and cultural expression across media.

• Game Art
• Character Animation
• Motion Capture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacqui Edwards is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader in Game Art at the University of Worcester's School of Arts, within the Art & Design Communication department. She has over a decade of professional experience as a character animator in the games industry, working across AAA titles and indie casual games, with expertise in both keyframe and motion capture animation. Her teaching integrates creative enterprise principles and industry experience. PGCert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (2016) MA Computer Animation (University of Teesside, 2000) BA Hons Fine Art (Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Dundee, 1997) Her research focuses on female representation in games and she serves as a Women in Games Ambassador. She also holds the role of Quality Coordinator for the School of Arts.

Omid Ghanat-Abadyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Animation
• Computer Generated Imaging (CGI)
• Motion Capture Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Omid Ghanat-Abady is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the undergraduate Animation program at the University of Worcester's Theatre, Film & Media Production department. Previously, he held a lecturing position in Animation at the University of Wolverhampton, contributing significantly to 3D modeling and animation development. His research focuses on character design, animation techniques, and heritage visualization, with recent explorations into motion capture for storytelling and character-driven narratives. Notably, he contributed to Sam Moore's film An Eyeful of Sound , which experimentally addresses synaesthesia through non-character-based approaches. Teaching emphasizes both traditional and cutting-edge animation methods, reflecting his professional experience as a freelance illustrator before academia. His expertise in CGI is complemented by interdisciplinary interests in film and interactive narrative techniques.

Minjeong Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender and Sexuality
• Race and Ethnicity
• Family and International Migration
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Minjeong Kim is Professor of Sociology and Director of the Center for Asian and Pacific Studies at San Diego State University. She served as Department Chair from 2018-2023. Her research examines gender, race, family, migration, and popular culture through ethnographic approaches. Education includes a Ph.D. in Sociology from University at Albany-SUNY, M.A. in Women's Studies from Albany-SUNY, and B.S. in Computer Engineering from Kyungsung University, South Korea. Research focuses on: Transnational Korean communities in US-Mexico border regions Marriage immigration and multicultural policies in South Korea Media representations of race and gender in Hollywood and K-pop Publications show consistent focus on migration, gender politics, and racial representation across media formats. Recent works analyze transborder Korean communities and racial dynamics in animated films. Awards include: Woodrow Wilson Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship Karen R. Hitchcock New Frontiers Fund LGBTA Ally of the Year, Virginia Tech Research funded by NSF and Academy of Korean Studies. Advises graduate students on immigration, race, and family topics. Directs research projects through the Center for Asian and Pacific Studies.

Jerry Tessendorfمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Graphics
• Visual Computing
• Fluid Dynamics Simulation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Jerry Tessendorf is a Professor of Visual Computing at Clemson University's School of Computing within the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences. He also holds the position of Faculty Fellow of the Hagler Institute for Advanced Study at Texas A&M University. His work bridges computer graphics, physics-based simulation, and visual effects with applications in film production and scientific visualization. Professor Tessendorf's research focuses on physically based simulation of natural phenomena , particularly ocean and fluid dynamics, volume rendering, and radiative transfer. His work spans theoretical foundations to practical applications in visual effects. He has developed influential algorithms including the iWave water surface simulation technique, Gilligan (a maritime digital twin framework), and advanced volume rendering methods. His research combines mathematical rigor with practical implementation for both scientific and entertainment applications. Tessendorf's publication record demonstrates consistent innovation across decades, with recent work focusing on maritime digital twins, advanced ocean rendering techniques, and path integral methods for radiative transfer. His research shows a clear trajectory from fundamental theory to practical applications in visual effects and scientific visualization. Awards and Recognition: AMPAS Technical Achievement Award 2008 (Oscar for technical achievement) for developing fluid dynamics tools at Rhythm and Hues Studios, used to create realistic animation of liquids and gases in film production Co-chair of the Symposium on Computer Animation 2008 at Trinity College Dublin Professor Tessendorf teaches advanced courses in computer graphics, including CPSC 4040/6040 Computer Graphics Images, CPSC 4190/6190 Introduction to Physically Based Modeling and Animation, and CPSC 8190 Physically Based Effects (focusing on Volume Modeling and Rendering). His educational approach integrates theoretical foundations with practical implementation through projects like the Fitz Film initiative, which involves students in all stages of digital content creation. His lab work centers around the Gilligan project , a prototype framework for simulating and rendering maritime environments with capabilities including ocean with normal mapping and whitecaps, wakes with whitecaps, hydrostatic boat buoyancy dynamics, nonlinear free surface dynamics, and atmospheric optics. This work represents a comprehensive digital twin approach to maritime visualization with applications in both entertainment and scientific domains.

David Stewart Donarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Animation
• Digital Art
• Folklore Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Stewart Donar is a Professor of Art in Animation at Clemson University, affiliated with the Department of Art within the College of Architecture, Art and Construction. He holds an M.F.A. from Bowling Green State University and a B.F.A. from Eastern Michigan University. His teaching and research focus on interdisciplinary approaches blending animation, digital production, and folklore studies. He developed courses like ART 8210 Visual Narrative and pioneered capstone projects integrating art, technology, and environmental themes. Notable works include the award-winning animations *Mocking Bird* and *Flap!*, and VR project *Journey to Proxima Centauri*. His research explores folklore through music, Cajun culture, and ecological narratives, often collaborating with musicians and scientists. Donar’s projects have been showcased at festivals globally and funded by grants like the National Endowment for the Arts. He advises students in thesis projects, emphasizing artistic expression and technical mastery. His community service includes music education initiatives and cultural preservation efforts in South Carolina. Education: M.F.A., Bowling Green State University; B.F.A., Eastern Michigan University. Research Interests: Animation, interdisciplinary arts, folklore in music and visual narrative, environmental storytelling, virtual reality ethics, and Cajun cultural preservation. Awards: Multiple film festival recognitions, including Best Animation awards, and grants supporting community and artistic projects.

• Cyberpsychology
• Wellbeing
• Social Psychology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Roshan Rai is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Applied Social Sciences at De Montfort University, Leicester, UK. His research focuses on cyberpsychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, and digital wellbeing. He investigates how digital technology and internet usage affect human values, attitudes, and psychological states, particularly among adolescents and emerging adults. Research Interests: Cyberpsychology, digital wellbeing, social media effects, adolescent technology usage, egocentrism, materialism Grants: Co-Investigator for MOD-funded projects on technology impact (2014-2018) Teaching: Cyberpsychology, lifespan psychology, wellbeing (MSc Mental Health and Wellbeing) Affiliations: Mary Seacole Research Centre, Cyberpsychology Research Cluster Article Trends: His publications from 2001-2021 emphasize egocentrism, social media behavior, materialism, and cognitive development. Themes connect digital environments to psychological wellbeing, deception perception, and developmental stages.

Owen Klatteمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Animation
• Stop Motion
• Computer Graphics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Owen Klatte is an Animation Lecturer in the Film, Video, Animation & New Genres Department at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). His role involves teaching courses such as Stop Motion Animation, The Animation Business, and The Animation Production Process. Education: BS in Architecture from UW-Milwaukee. Research & Professional Experience: Owen brings extensive industry experience as an Animation Director and Character Animator, with credits spanning stop motion and computer graphics. Notable projects include Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1 , Anomalisa , Charlotte’s Web , and Disney’s The Nightmare Before Christmas . His expertise spans commercials, TV shows, games, and feature films across major and independent studios. He emphasizes training emerging artists, blending practical industry insights into his teaching.

David Perryمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Animation Principles
• Character Design
• Storytelling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David Perry is an Adjunct Lecturer in the Media Arts and Science department at the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering, Indiana University. He holds a B.S. in Media Arts and Science from IU Indianapolis (2016). His teaching focuses on 2D animation, narrative archetypes, and industry practices, including portfolio development and job-seeking strategies. Beyond academia, Perry collaborates with major studios like Disney, Netflix, and Nickelodeon as a series concept developer and visual artist. Research interests span series development, character design, behavioral psychology, and existential philosophy. He teaches courses such as NEWM-N 238 (2D Animation) and NEWM-N 438 (Advanced 2D Animation). Perry’s professional work includes illustrating the 2018 graphic novel 'Aw, Nuts!' by Max Beaudry, blending storytelling with visual creativity. His Los Angeles industry connections highlight his dual role as educator and practicing artist.

Teresa L Michalsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• history of children's literature
• eighteenth-century British literature
• disability studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Teresa L Michals is a Professor in the Department of English at George Mason University. Her research spans the history of children's literature, 18th-century British literature, and disability studies, with a focus on age, identity, and bodily representation. She has authored two monographs: Books for Children, Books for Adults: Age and the Novel from Defoe to James (2014) and Lame Captains and Left-Handed Admirals: Amputee Officers in Nelson’s Navy (2021). Education: Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University Research Interests: Age as narrative device, disability in fiction, maritime history, folklore, and cultural identity Selected Articles: Analyzed intersections of disability and childhood in 18th-century texts; explored maritime history through narratives of amputee officers; contributed to folklore studies via Middle-Eastern mythpunk Contact: tmichals@gmu.edu | Horizon Hall 4151

Chris Hamiltonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Arthropod Systematics
• Phylogenetics
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Chris Hamilton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Entomology, Plant Pathology and Nematology at the University of Idaho's College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. He directs the Arthropod Molecular Systematics Lab, focusing on evolutionary biology research with field studies across the American Southwest and Mexico. Education includes: Ph.D. from Auburn University M.S. from University of Texas at Arlington B.A. from Western Kentucky University His research integrates phylogenomics, morphometrics, and field ecology to understand arthropod diversification patterns. Key interests include: tarantula systematics, bat-moth coevolutionary dynamics, climate change impacts on insect distributions, and body size evolution in spiders. The research employs genomic sequencing, geometric morphometrics, and behavioral experiments. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on: arthropod phylogenomics, taxonomic revisions of tarantulas, diel-niche evolution in moths, and STEM education initiatives integrating Traditional Ecological Knowledge. Article keywords frequently include phylogenetics, adaptation, and systematics across entomological contexts. Awards section: No specific scientific awards mentioned in source materials. Advising includes three PhD students: Karina Silvestre Bringas (Aphonopelma taxonomy), Erik Ciaccio (Antrodiaetus systematics), and Arnau Calatayud Mascarell (Euagrus diversity). Major grants include NSF CAREER award for Sky Islands biodiversity research. Leads the Arthropod Molecular Systematics Lab with lab manager Andrea Noble Stuen and postdoctoral researcher Ethan Briggs. Conducts extensive fieldwork in Madrean Sky Islands ecoregion and maintains collaborations with tribal communities for STEM education.

Jennifer McDonellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Victorian Literature
• Human and Animal Studies
• Material Culture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Jennifer McDonell specializes in Victorian literature and human-animal studies at the University of New England's School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. Her academic roles include serving as Associate Editor for Global Nineteenth-Century Studies , Chair of the UNE Academic Board Teaching Committee, and former Head of the Department of Literature, Languages and Cultures. Her research examines intersections of species discourse with gender, class, and race in Victorian culture, with current projects exploring animal ethics, material culture, and Robert Browning's biography. Key research themes include: Animal representation in Victorian literature Interspecies affect and ethics Memorialization of pets Literary celebrity and material relics Scholarly publications demonstrate sustained focus on Victorian cultural history, with recent work analyzing cancel culture politics and human-animal communication. Her research employs textual analysis, archival methods, and cultural theory. McDonell has received multiple honors including: HASSE Research Leadership (2022) Life Membership at Clare Hall, Cambridge (2011) National Carrick Citation for Teaching Excellence (2007) Fulbright Scholarship (1989) She currently supervises postgraduate research on human-equine relationships, apocalyptic resonances in Conrad, and ecological entanglement in science fiction. Her academic governance includes graduate training with the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

• Animation
• 3D Modeling
• Digital Filmmaking
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Michael Parker serves as a Visiting Assistant Professor in Animation at Brigham Young University’s Department of Design. His professional portfolio includes animation work for film, television, and theme park attractions with industry leaders like Disney and Universal. His research explores experimental animation techniques, 3D character systems, and immersive media experiences. Current investigations focus on real-time rendering pipelines and interactive storytelling frameworks. Parker maintains an active creative practice through his studio ( michaelsparker.com ), developing animation projects that intersect art and technology.

• 3D Animation
• Character Animation
• Motion Capture
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Nathan Lindsay is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Design at Brigham Young University. He holds an MFA in Film and Media Arts from the University of Utah and a BFA in Animation from BYU. His research explores: Expressive character animation systems Cinematic motion capture techniques Real-time rendering workflows Procedural animation algorithms With professional experience at Disney, Universal, and Marvel, Lindsay integrates industry expertise into his teaching of animation principles and digital content creation. Current projects investigate machine learning applications for motion synthesis.

Joshua Jacksonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Educational Technology
• Game Studies
• Labor Exploitation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joshua Jackson is a Lecturer in Computer Games Modelling and Animation at the College of Science and Engineering. His research critically examines intersections between gaming labor practices, educational technology, and capitalist structures. Key themes include labor exploitation in videogame production, gamified pedagogy's societal impacts, and the socius' role in shaping creative industries. His work analyzes how passion-based labor traps emerge within game development ecosystems, interrogating how platform capitalism and vectoralist control mechanisms permeate both industry and education sectors. Recent studies focus on the ethical implications of edtech implementation in K-12 systems and the hidden erasures within games-based learning frameworks. Notable outputs include analyses of autopoietic subjectivation processes in game production and critiques of how capitalist structures shape creative labor dynamics. His publications demonstrate a multidisciplinary approach spanning media studies, critical theory, and labor economics.