جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Haoqi Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Computing
• Crowdsourcing
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Haoqi Zhang is an Associate Professor at Northwestern University in Computer Science and Design, with offices at 2133 Sheridan Rd., Evanston, IL. He directs the Design, Technology, and Research (DTR) program and co-directs the Delta Lab with interdisciplinary collaborators. His work bridges Social Computing , Human-Computer Interaction , Artificial Intelligence , and Learning Science to create socio-technical systems advancing human values. Education: PhD in Computer Science from Harvard University (2012) BA in Computer Science and Economics from Harvard University (2007) Research interests focus on Computational Ecosystems that interweave community processes, social structures, and intelligent systems to promote values like self-direction , metacognition , and belonging . His projects include agile research studios for training researchers, opportunistic collective experiences for remote collaboration, and flexible coordination in crowdsourcing systems. Recent publications examine metacognitive learning in CS education, dialectical activities in HCI, and trust dynamics in crowdfunding. Supported by National Science Foundation grants in Cyber-Human Systems and Cyberlearning, plus Microsoft FUSE Labs and Northwestern institutional awards. Awards include Microsoft FUSE Labs Research Award Northwestern Office of the Provost Award for Digital Learning Notable Paper Award at HCOMP 2013 Best Paper Honorable Mention at CHI 2018 Mentors PhD students Kapil Garg and Gobi Dasu , while fostering over 100 students through DTR. Runs a Junior Faculty Support Group since 2022, providing emotional and professional support for early-career academics.

• Fine Arts
• Painting
• Visual Arts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ján Triaška is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Fine Arts , Academy of Arts, Architecture & Design in Prague, where he serves as Head of the Department of Painting and STARTUP studio manager. His academic career focuses on visual arts, painting, and interdisciplinary art education. His research interests span theoretical and historical foundations of fine arts innovative pedagogical approaches in painting intermedia and digital media integration contemporary artistic practices with a particular emphasis on symbolic and narrative representation. The exhibited works demonstrate a strong focus on temporal and spatial art anatomical and bio-art themes polish cultural heritage documentation digital media narratives across various formats including installations, paintings, and mixed reality projects. Contact: jan.triaska@gmail.com

John Schulzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• e-Learning
• Video-based learning
• Online learning
• +۲ مورد دیگر

John Schulz is a Professor of Digital Education at the University of Southampton, affiliated with the School of Education. He is a global authority on Video-Based Learning, having developed one of the university’s first fully online MSc programs in Education. Since 2023, he has served as Academic Lead for the strategic Southampton Online project, which supports schools and facilities in creating online courses. He established and directs the School of Education’s Digital Media Studio (since 2010), a state-of-the-art facility with multi-cam recording, podcasting, and live broadcasting capabilities. His collaborations span institutions like Kazan Federal University (Russia) and Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (Brazil), focusing on e-learning innovation. Education: PhD from Griffith University (Australia), 2003 BA (Hons) in a relevant field with first-class honours Assoc Dip Bio (Associate Diploma in Biology?) His research bridges social psychology with digital education, emphasizing how individuals use platforms like YouTube for learning. He investigates video optimization for educational environments, blending theoretical and practical approaches to create scalable learning solutions. Recent Contributions: His work spans blended MOOC frameworks, video pedagogy evolution, critical thinking assessment in online forums, and regional educational policies. Earlier studies explore leisure theory in social psychology, video grammar for education, and metrics for online learning activity. Advising: He mentors PhD students such as Sana Abdul Ghani, Fawzeya Alkhamis, Karla Guedes, Jia Wang, and Dian Wahyuningsih. His outreach extends to global educational communities, disseminating research through high-impact YouTube series on research methods. Labs & Teams: The Digital Media Studio he founded supports online teaching and course development, reflecting his commitment to advancing educational technology infrastructure.

Stephen Charles Smithمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Architecture
• Interior Design
• Sustainable Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Charles Smith serves as Senior Lecturer and Program Coordinator for the Interior Design program within the Art and Design Department at the University of New Haven's College of Arts and Sciences. He concurrently operates as principal of Stephen Charles Smith Architects (founded 2017) and Coordinator of the Architecture Summer Institute at the University of Hartford. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Architecture from Virginia Tech (2009) and a Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University (2017). Smith's expertise spans architectural design, sustainable building practices, and digital fabrication methodologies. His professional background encompasses diverse project typologies from high-end residential towers to institutional facilities, emphasizing LEED-certified and socially responsive design principles. Teaching portfolio includes core curriculum in design studios, building systems, and digital tools like Revit and AutoCAD. Professional leadership includes former Board membership at AIA CT (2010-2011) where he chaired the Emerging Architectural Community Committee, and service on the ACE Mentor Program Board (2010-2015). Current certifications include NCARB, LEED AP, and SEED credentials. Smith directs the Interior Design BFA program while maintaining active architectural practice, having previously held teaching positions at University of Hartford, Barnard College, and Harlem Academy. His industry experience includes project management roles at Rafael Vinoly Architects and Silver/Petrucelli + Associates.

Brenda Chalfinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Waste
• Cities
• Infrastructure
• +۲۲ مورد دیگر

Brenda Chalfin is Professor of Anthropology and African Studies at the University of Florida, where she also serves as Director of the Center for African Studies (2016–present). She has held affiliations with multiple interdisciplinary centers including the Center for International Business Education and Research and the School of Natural Resources and the Environment. Research Focus: At the intersection of political and economic anthropology, Chalfin examines urban infrastructure, state processes, maritime governance, and material flows (waste, oil, plastics). Her work spans Ghanaian cities like Tema and Takoradi, analyzing neoliberal state practices, border dynamics, and techno-political systems. Key Projects: Author of Waste Works: Vital Politics in Urban Ghana (2023) and Neoliberal Frontiers (2010), she explores infrastructural breakdown, port governance, and plastic futures through collaborative design charettes and 'Lateral Anthropology' pedagogy. Current research involves plastic studies with Ghana's University for Development Studies and Nuku Studio. Scientific Recognition: Institute for Advanced Study (Princeton) fellowship Woodrow Wilson International Center fellowship Radcliffe Institute fellowship Three successive US Department of Education Title VI grants National Science Foundation Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grant (2015) Academic Contributions: Supervised 20 PhD students, teaches graduate courses on Economic Anthropology and Infrastructure, and co-designed interdisciplinary courses like Impact of Materials on Society . Has served on editorial boards of Journal of Modern African Studies and Environment and Planning D: Society and Space .

Turaç Yanturaliمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Industrial Design
• Sustainable Design
• Urban Design
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Turaç Yanturali is a Lecturer at Beykent University's Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Department of Industrial Design. He holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Design from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University (2021) and a Master's degree from the same institution (2015). His academic work focuses on design education, sustainable urban identity, and the intersection of product design with urban environments. Doctorate (2021), Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University Master's (2015), Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University Licence (2008-2013), Izmir University of Economics Research interests include: design thinking methodologies, sustainable design practices, and urban-product design integration . Recent publications explore educational frameworks for teaching industrial design, scale relationships in urban design contexts, and historical analysis of public space production. Conference proceedings demonstrate expertise in design pedagogy , spatial design relationships, and cultural-historical urban development. His teaching experience spans multiple courses including Urban Products Design, Sustainability in Design, and Industrial Design Studios at Beykent University. Professional background also includes Visual Merchandiser role at ENGLISH HOME (2016-2017).

Serkan Yaşar ERDİNÇمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Architectural Design
• Sustainable Materials
• Biomimicry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Serkan Yaşar ERDİNÇ is an Assistant Professor at Beykent University's Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Department of Architecture, where he has served since 2017. He earned his PhD in 2017 (Beykent University) and MS/BS in Architecture from Yildiz Technical University. Research Focus: Sustainable materials, biomimicry, urban resilience, digitalization in design, and public space adaptation during crises. Teaching: Courses include Building Technology, Sustainable Architecture, Architectural Design Studios, and Artificial Intelligence Applications in Architectural Design. Administrative Roles: Department Head (2019, 2024), Faculty Board Member, and Quality Commission Membership. Professional Experience: Prior roles as Project Manager in Mir Architecture, Daça Architecture, and MNG Targem Inc. (2005-2017). Recent Publications explore material symbolism, pandemic-era public spaces, eco-futuristic design, and biomimicry. Collaborative works emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to urban sustainability and technological integration in architecture.

Kate Benisekمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Landscape Architecture
• Civic Ecology
• Urban Horticulture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kate Benisek is an Associate Professor and Program Head of Landscape Architecture and Horticulture at Temple University's Tyler School of Art and Architecture. She teaches undergraduate general education courses, design studios, and graduate-level wetland/riparian design studios, blending landscape architecture, civic ecology, and urban horticulture in her pedagogy. Education: MLA (Cornell University, 2014), MALD (Conway School, 2009), BA in History (Boston University, 2005) Her research focuses on integrating ecological principles into urban design, particularly through stormwater management and community-driven planning. She has professional experience spanning residential landscape design, fine gardening in New England/upstate New York, and consulting work in land use planning. Selected Publication: A 2017 critical review of 'Natural Burial: Landscape, Practice, Experience' in Landscape Research , analyzing sustainable funerary practices and their ecological implications.

Clay Adkissonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Urban Design
• Masterplanning
• Land Use
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Clay Adkisson is an Assistant Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville's College of Architecture + Design, where he co-leads the Summer Urban Design Studio. With over a decade of professional experience, he focuses on urban design, masterplanning, and equitable housing development, particularly in transforming Nashville's neighborhoods into inclusive, accessible spaces. Education: Bachelor of Architecture (University of Tennessee, Knoxville), Master of Architecture in Urban Design (Harvard University) His expertise spans urban design, real estate development, and mixed-income housing strategies. He previously worked at Dryden Studio and founded Openworks, a community design+development practice. No specific scientific awards or publications are mentioned in the provided text.

Markus Grossمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Computer Graphics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Markus Gross is a Professor of Computer Science at ETH Zurich, where he founded the Computer Graphics Laboratory in 1994. He also serves as the Chief Scientist of the Walt Disney Studios and Director of DisneyResearch|Studios, a position he has held since 2008. His work bridges academia and industry, with research that has been applied in Hollywood films, sports broadcasting, and medical applications. Professor Gross received his Master of Science in electrical and computer engineering and his Ph.D. in computer graphics and image analysis from Saarland University in Germany in 1986 and 1989. His research spans multiple domains of computer graphics and visual computing. Early in his career, he pioneered point-based graphics techniques that offered alternatives to traditional triangle-based rendering pipelines. More recently, his work has focused on digital humans, AI characters, and machine learning applications for visual computing. His research has led to significant practical applications, including the Medusa capture system used in Hollywood films, the blue-c immersive telepresence system, and the Liberovision technology now used by major sports broadcasters. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on neural rendering techniques, particularly around Gaussian splatting and diffusion models. His work increasingly integrates AI with traditional computer graphics methods, with applications in digital humans, medical visualization, and video processing. Many papers demonstrate practical applications in film production, medical treatment planning, and interactive systems. Professor Gross has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career: 2024 Eurographics Gold Medal 2021 Steven Anson Coons Award for outstanding creative contributions to computer graphics 2019 Technical Achievement Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences 2013 Karl Heinz Beckurts-Preis 2013 Konrad-Zuse-Medaille für Informatik 2013 Technical Achievement Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences 2012 Academy Sci-Tech Oscar award for Wavelet Turbulence Professor Gross has mentored numerous Ph.D. students throughout his career, with 20 Ph.D. students contributing to his blue-c project alone. His research has been supported by significant funding from both academic and industry sources, enabling the creation of multiple startups including Cyfex, Novodex, LiberoVision, Dybuster, and Animatico (acquired by Nvidia in 2022). He leads the Computer Graphics Laboratory at ETH Zurich and DisneyResearch|Studios, fostering collaboration between academic research and practical industry applications. His teams have developed groundbreaking technologies that have impacted film production, sports broadcasting, medical visualization, and educational technology.

• Media Studies
• Film Production
• Media Literacy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kurt Schneider, born in 1969, serves as senior academic and managing director of the Center for Media Competence (ZFM) at the Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen's Faculty of Philosophy, Institute of Media Studies. He holds an MA degree and has built a distinguished career bridging academic scholarship with professional media production. His educational background includes studies in history, Slavic studies, and political science at the University of Tübingen, where he graduated from the Institute for East European Studies in 1998. His professional journey transitioned from academic pursuits to media production, gaining extensive experience in film production through the former media department of the Faculty of Modern Languages. Dr. Schneider's research interests center on media practice, film and media project production and editing, and multimedia media consulting. He emphasizes practical training that introduces students to the concrete demands and production conditions of the media market. His work demonstrates strong connections between academic research and industry applications, particularly through his longstanding collaboration with Südwestrundfunk (SWR) and other media organizations. His publication record reveals a consistent focus on documentary filmmaking, film history, and cultural representation, with particular attention to German cinema, historical figures, and the intersection of media with broader social and political contexts. His work spans from historical documentaries to analyses of film auteurs and cultural phenomena. Adolf Grimme Prize (three times) Grimme Prize 2008 Information & Culture Grimme Prize of the Marl Group 2008 Grimme Prize 2007 Information & Culture As managing director of the Center for Media Literacy, Schneider plays a significant role in transfer-oriented teaching and service learning with external partners. He has been instrumental in developing the media designer training program for image and sound in collaboration with SWR. His leadership extends to various committees, including the Committee for the Media and Film Industry in Baden-Württemberg and the jury for the 'idee-bw' competition. He currently organizes the annual Tübingen Documentary Film Festival tüDOK with master's students in media studies, showcasing internationally successful productions on specific thematic frameworks. His current research projects include the E-Adapt project establishing an international network for adaptive learning and teaching, and several 360-degree projects developed with the Hector Institute for Empirical Educational Research, the Leibniz Institute for Knowledge Media, and other educational research institutions, focusing on immersive applications in museum and exhibition contexts.

Samantha Hardenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Health
• Dissemination and Implementation Science
• Behavioral Psychology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Samantha Harden, PhD, is an Associate Professor & Exercise Specialist (25% FTE) in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise at Virginia Tech. She also serves as a dissemination and implementation science researcher (75% FTE). Her academic roles are complemented by her 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) certification, integrating mindfulness, breathwork, and movement into her work. She holds affiliations with Virginia Cooperative Extension and leads the PARCI Lab, focusing on holistic wellbeing through participatory approaches emphasizing balance and accessibility. Education: PhD in Human, Nutrition, and Foods, Virginia Tech (2012) Bachelor of Science in Biology, Bridgewater College (2008) Research Interests: Dr. Harden’s research centers on yoga as an affordable public health practice, dissemination science frameworks (RE-AIM), group dynamics in health behaviors, and chronic disease prevention. She emphasizes community-level interventions and interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in veterans’ health and rural populations. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications through partnerships like the PARCI Lab’s podcast Higher Vibrations in Higher Education and over 100 peer-reviewed articles. Key Contributions: Her projects include the LIFT for Better Health initiative (2022 FCS SNAP-Ed Award-winning program) and the PREVAIL interdisciplinary team program for chronic pain management. She has pioneered the use of Lean Six Sigma in healthcare and explored telehealth’s role in exercise instruction. Her research spans school-based asthma interventions, rural physical activity programs, and behavioral strategies for endometrial cancer survivors. Awards & Recognition: 2022 First Place FCS SNAP-Ed Award 2021 Drs. John and Shirley Gerken Professional Development Award 2017 International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity Early Career Award Grants & Partnerships: She has secured funding for initiatives like the School-Based Asthma Therapy program and the FitEx statewide walking program. Her collaborations include the VA medical system, 4-H programs, and yoga studios, emphasizing real-world implementation of evidence-based practices. Labs/Teams: The PARCI Lab focuses on translating research into actionable health strategies through multimedia channels, including YouTube and podcast content.

Emily Bakerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Digital Fabrication
• Computational Design
• Material Innovation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Emily Baker is an Assistant Professor of Architecture at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, University of Arkansas. Her work integrates digital fabrication, computational design, and hands-on material experimentation to innovate structural and construction systems. She mentors students in design/build projects and teaches courses like Structures, Fabrication Studios, and High Tech|Low Tech: Spatial Computing. Education: MARCH, Architecture, Cranbrook Academy of Art Research Interests: Baker explores the intersection of digital tools and tactile processes. Key projects include the Zip Form system (patent-pending with University of Arkansas Tech Ventures) and the Spin-Valence space frame, acquired by Cranbrook Art Museum. Her work emphasizes material intelligence and haptic learning, blending analog craftsmanship with computational precision. Awards & Recognition: 2020 AISC Early Career Faculty Award ACSA Design Build Award AIA Design Merit Award Teaching & Advising: Advised Keswa public art project (Christo/Jeanne-Claude Award-funded) and co-developed the Audi-Fab Design Build Research Studio. Courses include ARCH 2113 Structures I, ARCH 5026 Option Studio II, and the High Tech|Low Tech elective. Labs & Collaborations: Collaborates with MIT, Arup Engineers, and the Honors College. Her work is featured in journals like Journal of Architectural Education and conferences such as Advances in Architectural Geometry.

Bethany Moodyمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Textile Art
• Sustainable Art Practices
• Community Art
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bethany Moody is a full-time Instructor of Foundations at the University of Alabama, specializing in interdisciplinary textile art and community-driven practices. She holds an MFA in Visual Studies from the University at Buffalo (2017) and a BFA in Printmaking from the University of Montevallo (2012). Moody’s work explores material culture through reclaimed textiles, interrogating themes of sustainability, gender fluidity, and communal care. Her research and exhibitions emphasize transforming discarded materials into cohesive installations, such as Support Structures for Willful Arms (2022) and Compression Logic (2025). Moody is an artist-member of Ground Floor Contemporary in Birmingham and co-founder of Studio Support Group, a collaborative initiative fostering community among artists. Notable recognitions include the 2024 Individual Artist Fellowship in Craft from the Alabama State Council on the Arts and a Co-Director’s Award at the 2019 SECAC Juried Exhibition. Moody’s teaching spans foundations courses in drawing, sculpture, and 2D/3D design. She has led workshops on textile techniques and participatory art at institutions including Space One Eleven and the Jefferson County school system. Her practice merges studio art with public engagement, prioritizing tactile interaction and collective storytelling.

Katherine Fuscoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Silent Film
• Classical Hollywood
• Film Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Katherine Fusco is an Associate Professor of English at the University of Nevada, Reno, and Chair of the Gender, Race and Identity program. She holds a Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University (2008) and a B.A. from SUNY Geneseo (2003). Her work bridges film studies and literary criticism, with a focus on silent film, feminist theory, and modernist literature. She launched the university’s cinema and media studies minor and served as Director of Core Humanities. Her research explores intersections between film history, gender, and race, including studies of Anita Loos, W.E.B. Du Bois’s data visualizations, and racial dynamics in early cinema. She has published two books, including Kelly Reichardt: Emergency and the Everyday (2017) and Silent Film and U.S. Naturalist Literature (2016), alongside over a dozen peer-reviewed articles. Awards: 1921 Prize in American Literature (for “Techniques of Justice”), William Riley Parker Prize (for “Feast Your Eyes...”) Publications: Over 20 articles across journals like Feminist Modernist Studies , MELUS , and Modernism/Modernity . Her current project, a biography of Anita Loos, combines archival research with cultural analysis. Fusco teaches advanced courses on modernism, cinema theory, and American literature, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.