Dr. Matthew Leporati is an Associate Professor of English at the University of Mount Saint Vincent, where he has held a tenured position since 2016. He specializes in British Romanticism, epic poetry, and James Joyce studies, with a focus on integrating scholarship and teaching. His research explores intersections between literature and empire, mindfulness in pedagogy, and digital-age adaptations of classic texts. Dr. Leporati earned his PhD and MA from Fordham University and a BA from St. John’s University. His teaching spans undergraduate levels, including HEOP pre-first-year seminars, Honors Program courses, and English capstone classes. He emphasizes close reading, writing pedagogy, and mindfulness to foster critical thinking. His scholarly achievements include the book *Romantic Epics and the Mission of Empire* (Cambridge University Press, 2023) and numerous articles on William Blake, James Joyce, and pedagogical innovation. He co-edited a special cluster on mindfulness in *Modern Language Studies* (2022). His blog *The Suspended Sentence* explores *Finnegans Wake* and memetic communication. Dr. Leporati’s work bridges scholarship and practice, addressing contemporary challenges like AI’s impact on education. His research and teaching reflect the University’s mission to foster academic excellence and social responsibility.
Nuno Correia is a Full Professor at the Universidade NOVA de Lisboa, affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences and Technology and the Computer Science Department. His research focuses on multimodal interaction and multimedia information processing, with a strong emphasis on digital media applications. He currently coordinates the PhD Program in Digital Media at FCT/UNL and serves as coordinator of NOVA-LINCS, a research center in computer science. Additionally, he is involved in establishing the NOVA Institute of Art and Technology. Current Roles: PhD Program Coordinator, NOVA-LINCS Coordinator Research Areas: Multimodal Interaction, Multimedia Information Processing At NOVA-LINCS, Correia contributes to advancing computational methods in media processing and interdisciplinary research between art and technology. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the available information, his leadership positions highlight significant institutional recognition. He maintains academic supervision responsibilities and is engaged in collaborative research initiatives that bridge artistic creativity with technological innovation.
Professor Michael Pinchbeck is a Professor of Theatre at Manchester School of Theatre, Manchester Metropolitan University, where he has been employed since January 2020. He serves as Senior Research Lead for the Art & Performance Research Hub and co-leads the Performance Research Group. Pinchbeck curates Bunker Talks, a series that invites artists and researchers to talk about geopolitical, ecological or economic concerns through critical encounters, presentations, provocation and dialogue. Since 2020, over 125 talks have been hosted and archived to create an online catalogue capturing how artists think about the world today. His academic background includes: BA Theatre Studies and Creative Writing, Lancaster University MA Performance and Live Art, Nottingham Trent University PhD English and Drama Dept., Loughborough University Fellowship of Higher Education Academy, University of Lincoln Pinchbeck's research focuses on the intersections between dramaturgy and practice-as-research, particularly exploring composed theatre, orchestral theatre, and 'staging scores.' His work investigates musical approaches to dramaturgy and dramaturgical approaches to music, with special interest in performance as commemoration and how theatre remembers. He has developed an extensive body of work around one-to-one performance and is writing 'Brief Encounters: The politics, poetics and ethics of one-to-one performance.' His recent publications and performances form 'The Berger & Mohr Trilogy,' examining performance and photography through adaptations of John Berger's works: 'A Fortunate Man,' 'A Seventh Man,' and 'Another Way of Telling.' His creative works demonstrate innovative approaches across immersive slideshows, audio walks, and site-specific performances that explore migration, healthcare, and visual storytelling. These projects have received significant Arts Council England funding and have been selected multiple times for the British Council's Edinburgh Showcase. His notable recognitions include: Multiple Arts Council England grants totaling over £150,000 for productions including 'Concerto,' 'Solo,' 'A Seventh Man,' and 'Bolero' British Council funding of £75,000 for international touring of 'Bolero' Selection four times for the British Council's Edinburgh Showcase As a supervisor, Pinchbeck has guided PhD research on new writing and dramaturgy, with current supervision focusing on intersections between score theatre and music, and performance and photography. He has received external funding from the North West Consortium Doctoral Training Partnership for a PhD project exploring the Greenroom archive. His leadership extends to external examiner roles at Central Saint Martins, University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University, and Sheffield Hallam University. Pinchbeck co-founded Metro-Boulot Dodo Theatre Company in 1997 and has been creating and touring performance work for over 25 years as a theatre-maker and dramaturg. His collaborative practice includes work with companies such as Reckless Sleepers, Third Angel, and Strange Names Collective, as well as international partnerships through COIL projects with San Jose State University and Nanyang Technological University (Singapore).
Alexandra Huang-Kokina is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH) and affiliated with the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures at the University of Edinburgh. Her work bridges literature, music, and digital humanities through interdisciplinary frameworks such as intermediality studies and performance theory. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Comparative Literature & Music, University of Edinburgh (2023) Master of Arts in Piano Performance, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (2020) Master of Science in English Literature and Modernism, University of Edinburgh (2018) Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages and Literatures, National Taiwan University (2015) Research focuses on AI and multimedia arts intersections, intermediality studies, digital humanities, and performance theory. She explores themes like female pianism, affective transmediation, and the dialectical relationship between music and text. Her publications span avant-garde performance, intermedial analysis, and affect theory, with a forthcoming monograph on piano novels under contract with Palgrave Macmillan. Recent projects include the 'Creative Digital Dynamics' concert series, blending classical piano trios with generative AI, and collaborations on AI-driven opera innovations. Ministry of Education Scholarship National Science and Technology Council Fellowship Associate Fellowship, AdvanceHE Alexandra has taught undergraduate courses in English Literature and postgraduate programs at Edinburgh Futures Institute. She mentors students through initiatives like Sutton Trust and Students as Change Agents (SAChA), integrating social impact into academic practice.
João Alves De Sousa is a researcher at Lusophone University of Porto, specializing in game design, animation, and edutainment. He directs the Video Games and Multimedia Applications degree program, focusing on integrating project-based learning methodologies and multidisciplinary collaboration. His work bridges psychology, health education, and virtual reality through projects like VR Nmesis and Emotion Recognition Assessment. PhD in Science and Technology of the Arts (Interactive Art) Master in Digital Animation Licenciatura in Communication Design His research spans virtual reality applications for psychological training, emotion recognition technologies, and health-focused educational tools. Key projects include VR Decision Making Training (2020), Motion Comic YES! (2011-2022), and artistic collaborations in augmented reality exhibitions. Recent publications highlight game studies, childhood obesity prevention, and ethical decision-making in VR. Best Innovative Pedagogical Practice Award (Fazer + 2021) Awards for directing animated films
Professor David Osbon is a prominent academic, composer, and conductor affiliated with the London College of Music at the University of West London , where he teaches advanced composition courses including MMus Composition for Film and Television, BMus (Hons) Composition, and supervises PhD Music students. His international career spans multiple continents, with conducting engagements from the Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra to the Jordanian Army Band, and teaching/research appointments in Philadelphia, The Hague, and Istanbul. Professor of Creative Arts Teaching: Composition, Film Music, Music Technology Research: Transmedia Intertextuality, Electro-acoustic Composition David Osbon's research focuses on transmedia intertextuality in performance, demonstrated through projects like Follow the Sun and the Hemisphaera Project . His work blends traditional composition with digital sound design, evidenced by awards from the RVW Trust and Arts Council of Great Britain . His compositions span orchestral works ( Liberty ), chamber pieces ( Still Waiting for the Revolution... ), and electronic explorations ( Anthems After Prometheus ). Scientific recognition includes: Arts Council of Great Britain DIO Award RVW Trust electro-acoustic music award Hilda K. Nietsche Prize David A. Halstead Prize
Andrea Frank is an Associate Professor in the Art Department at the State University of New York at New Paltz , where she has been since 2012 and leads the Photography Program. Previously, she taught at MIT's Program in Art, Culture and Technology from 2003–2012. Her research interests focus on sustainability through a systems lens, addressing collective responsibility and psychological drivers of human action. Her artistic practice spans photography, video, and mixed media, often involving collaborative think tanks and System Drawing sessions to explore non-paradigmatic creative modes. Notable scientific awards include a SUNY Network of Excellence Arts and Humanities grant Two German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) grants Vermont Studio Center residency MIT Council for the Arts funding She co-founded Eddy at New Paltz , a trans-disciplinary lab for embodied learning aligned with Just Transition principles.
Kristen Anchor is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Media and Communication Studies Department at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), where she teaches multimedia digital production. She is an accomplished audio visual artist, curator, musician, and video designer with a significant presence in the Baltimore arts community. Her creative practice encompasses Multimedia Production , Film and Video Art , Curatorial Studies , and Performance Art . She founded and directed the Creative Alliance MovieMakers program for nine years, curating screenings and producing workshops to support local filmmakers. Her work has been exhibited in U.S. film festivals, galleries, and DVD compilations including ETC: Experimental Television Center 1969-2009 and Hondance . As a musician, she played drums for The Degenerettes and co-created the performance duo Monster Drummer Thunderupagus. Recent projects include serving as Video Designer for Pigeonnairre Production’s play Sailing Over a Cardboard Sea . Anchor continues to be an active contributor to the media arts through teaching, performance, and community engagement.
Uğur Başarmak is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Education , Kırşehir Ahi Evran Üniversitesi , specializing in Computer and Educational Technologies Education . With over 20 years of experience, his research focuses on educational material development , technology integration , and digital citizenship . PhD (2009-2013) and MSc (2008) in Computer and Educational Technologies Education from Gazi University Master's in Electronics and Computer Education (2002-2005) and B.Sc. in Electronics and Computer Education (1992-1996) from Marmara University His research explores computational thinking , coding education , and technology barriers in education. Recent work includes Metaverse integration in learning environments and digital citizenship curricula . Articles emphasize teacher self-efficacy , project-based learning , and STEM education . Key projects include STEMkar Robotlar (2018-2019) and international collaborations like HORIZON-MSCA (2024). He has supervised 4 master’s theses and served as a principal investigator in 15+ research projects since 2011.
Dr. Lecturer Enver TÜRKSOY is a full-time academic at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University , Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Child Development. With a PhD in Classroom Education (2019) and MSc in Measurement and Evaluation in Education (2021), he has held roles like Quality Board Member and Research Application Center Deputy Director (2020-2023). PhD: Classroom Education, Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University (2015-2019) MSc: Measurement and Evaluation in Education, Hoca Ahmet Yesevi Turkish-Kazakh University (2020-2021) BA/MA: Multiple degrees in Basic Education and Political Science Research Interests focus on Science Education , Life Science Education , and Early Childhood Development , with emphasis on Augmented Reality , STEM , and Special Education applications. Bibliometric analyses reveal trends in Digital Education Technologies and Social Media in Education . Recent publications analyze pandemic impacts on early literacy, AR/VR/MR applications, and psychosocial support for displaced children. As Project Coordinator in 7 funded projects, he has explored Values Education and Metaverse Activities for child development. Co-authored 14 works with Ridvan Karabulut and 8 with Gülşen Altıntaş , reflecting strong collaborative research networks. Authored/edited 4 educational books including STEM Activities for Early Childhood and Science and Technology in Childhood .
Nicole Kruspe is a Researcher in General Linguistics at Lund University's Centre for Languages and Literature (SOL). She specializes in the Aslian (Austroasiatic) languages of the Malay Peninsula with extensive fieldwork experience documenting previously undescribed languages including Mah Meri, Ceq Wong, Semaq Beri and Batek. Her primary institutional affiliations include Lund University's Centre for Languages and Literature where she works within the General Linguistics department. She also participates in the DIAD (Digital Integration Across Disciplines) initiative focused on advancing cultural heritage documentation. Dr. Kruspe's research interests span language documentation , fieldwork methodology , grammar writing , structural and semantic typology , language contact , and the prehistory of Austroasiatic languages . Her work often bridges linguistic analysis with anthropological insights, particularly regarding sensory language and cultural cognition among hunter-gatherer communities in Southeast Asia. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on sensory linguistics (particularly olfaction), language variation, and digital approaches to language documentation. She has made significant contributions to understanding how different cultures conceptualize and linguistically encode sensory experiences, with particular attention to Austroasiatic-speaking communities. Scientific Awards: The Chancellor's Prize for Academic Excellence in the PhD Thesis (Humanities and Creative Arts), 2001 Dr. Kruspe has secured substantial research funding, including grants from Riksbankens Jubileumsfond for the RWAAI (Repository and Workspace for Austroasiatic Intangible Heritage) and the DIAD project. She serves as Principal Investigator for the ongoing "Worrisome words" project (2025-2028) examining lexical taboo across languages. She leads the RWAAI initiative at Lund University and coordinates the Dig-AAA project (Digital Multimedia Archive of Austroasiatic Intangible Heritage), creating digital workspaces for multidisciplinary research on Austroasiatic languages and cultures.
Caroline Traube is a Professor at the Faculty of Music, Université de Montréal. She leads the Laboratoire de recherche sur le geste musicien (LRGM) and collaborates with interdisciplinary research groups including OICRM, CIRMMT, BRAMS, and LFO. Her work bridges musicology, acoustics, and digital music through empirical and creative approaches. Ph.D. in Music Technology, McGill University (2004) Engineer Degree in Electrical Engineering, Stanford University (2000) Civil Engineer (Telecommunications), Faculté Polytechnique de Mons (1996) Her research focuses on instrumental timbre , performance studies , and musician well-being , integrating acoustics , biomécanics , and digital music methodologies. Current projects include: 2025-2031: Music, Humanities, and Sciences in France (SSHRC-funded) 2025-2030: Analytical Approaches to Orchestration (FRQSC) 2024-2026: PianOptim - Optimal Piano Gestures (FRQSC) She supervises doctoral and master's students in topics ranging from virtual orchestration to Buddhist mantra performance . Her recent publications address digital performance tools and timbre analysis in piano, flute, and video game music contexts.
Kalogiannakis Michael is a Professor at the University of Thessaly specializing in Science Teaching in Preschool Education . His work bridges STEM education , educational robotics , and mobile learning to innovate early childhood science pedagogy. University of Thessaly, Professor of Science Teaching Focus on computational thinking, teacher training, and digital technologies Recognized in Stanford’s Top 2% World Scientists (2021, 2022) Research Interests : The Didactics of Natural Sciences and STEM education form the core of his work, with emphasis on mobile learning applications , educational robotics , and distance education strategies. He investigates computational thinking development in preschoolers and the creation of multimodal educational materials . Publication Trends : Recent works (2023–2022) highlight gamification in physics education, STEAM implementation across six countries, and teacher training via Scratch and Makey Makey. Earlier studies (2020–2019) explore Bee-Bot robotics , self-proclaimed educational apps , and data visualization in games. Scientific Awards : • Top 2% World Scientists (Stanford University, 2021–2022) via Scopus citation metrics. Grants & Collaborations : Co-edited multiple IGI Global and Springer handbooks on mobile learning , computational thinking , and STEM robotics . Collaborated with researchers across Europe on digital game data collection (ThimelEdu) and STEAM curricula .
Associate Professor Jonathan Paget serves as Associate Dean (Music) at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University. A classical guitarist with international performance experience, he leads the classical guitar program and is a member of the Centre for Keyboard Heritage and Performance Research. His research focuses on Australian music, 19th-century guitar works, and historical performance practices. Doctor of Musical Arts (Eastman School of Music, 2003) Master of Arts and Master of Music (USA, 2002 and 1998) Bachelor of Music with First Class Honours (University of Western Australia, 1996) Paget’s research explores intersections between historical guitar traditions and contemporary performance, with particular emphasis on Bel Canto repertoire and Australian composers. His 15 most recent outputs span book chapters on 19th-century guitar manuscripts, cross-cultural collaborations with Chinese musicians, and analytical studies of Romantic guitar works. He investigates historical authenticity in Napoleonic-era compositions, Australian minimalist guitar works, and the application of Sonata Theory to Bel Canto music. Scientific awards include the Beazley Medal , Hackett Studentship , and Fulbright Postgraduate Award . He has won international competitions like the Shell Darwin and Rantucci Guitar Competitions. Grants highlight his leadership in projects such as the Historic Keyboard Instruments Restoration ($350,000) and Cross-Continental Inspirations in Australia-China collaborations. As a research supervisor, Paget mentors PhD candidates exploring topics like Beethoven performance traditions in China and Gilbert Biberian’s influence. He has held leadership roles with organizations including the Classical Guitar Society of Western Australia and contributes to the Fulbright Alumni Association .
Dr. Lindsay Vickery is a Senior Lecturer and coordinator of the Composition and Music Technology Program at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), part of Edith Cowan University. He has been active as a composer and performer globally since 1986, working across acoustic and electronic mediums in interactive, improvised, and fully notated settings. Education: Master of Music, University of Western Australia Doctor of Philosophy, Queensland University of Technology (2013) Research Interests: Vickery specializes in screenscores , interactive music systems, non-linear formal structures, new media integration, poly-tempo music, alternate controllers, and music analysis. His work bridges technological innovation with experimental composition techniques. Article Trends: His recent publications focus on digital notation systems, networked performance environments, and the intersection of visual and sonic representation. Key themes include the evolution of Cage's variations into digital formats, hybrid acoustic-electronic composition, and interactive score technologies. Scientific Awards: Sounds Australian Award (1989) Churchill Fellowship for electronic music research (1995) Australian Major Festivals Initiative Seeding Grant (2001) Supervision & Grants: He supervises PhD and Master's students in topics like deconstructed bassoon technique, meditative sonic praxis, and hybrid cultural composition. He has secured over $400,000 in grants from institutions like the Australia Council for the Arts, Feilman Foundation, and Nortel Networks. Performance & Collaborations: Vickery has performed at festivals including ISEA, SWR Tage für Neue Musik, and Shanghai International Arts Festival. He co-founded ensembles like Alea New Music Ensemble and Decibel, and has collaborated with artists such as Cat Hope and Stuart James on over 50 creative outputs since 2001.
