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Dr. Emily Danvers is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Education at the University of Sussex’s School of Education and Social Work. She serves as Course Leader for the PGCert in Higher Education and teaches on the MA in Education and BA in Childhood and Youth Studies. Her work spans pedagogy, inclusion, and critical theory in higher education. PhD in Education (University of Sussex, 2016) PGCert in Social Science Research Methods (University of Sussex, 2015) PGCert in Post-Compulsory Education and Training (Cardiff Metropolitan University, 2009) MA and BA in History (Cardiff University) Her research focuses on everyday exclusions in higher education, particularly for marginalized groups such as Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller (GRT) communities. Current projects explore decolonizing curricula for GRT communities, classroom signage as pedagogic values, and home as an emerging learning landscape post-COVID. Key publications include critiques of neoliberal education’s impact on critical thinking, studies on GRT student inclusion, and analyses of international doctoral writing groups. She has secured grants such as the Society for Research into Higher Education’s Prevent/ing Criticality grant (2018–2020). Senior Fellowship, Advance HE (2017) Newer Researcher Award, Society for Research in Higher Education (2018–2019) She supervises research degrees on topics like prison education and foundation year experiences. Professional roles include External Examiner for the University of Westminster, SRHE Network Convenor, and editorial board member of the Journal of Praxis in Higher Education. She previously chaired the Athena Swan EDI lead (2021–2024) and co-directed the Centre for Higher Education and Equity Research (2016–2019).

• Higher Education Pedagogy
• Inclusion and Equity in Education
• Critical Thinking and Neoliberalism
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Dr. Albert Gan is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Florida International University (FIU), affiliated with the College of Engineering and Computing. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florida (1996). His research focuses on transportation engineering, emphasizing highway safety, traffic simulation, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), GIS applications, transit planning, and data-driven decision-making. He has developed over 20 transportation software systems, including the Florida Transit Information System (FTIS), and secured over $19M in research funding as PI/Co-PI. Dr. Gan teaches courses like Transportation and Traffic Engineering and has advised 18 Ph.D. and 40+ M.S. students. Research Interests: Highway safety analysis and crash prediction ITS applications for real-time traffic management Data integration and visualization tools for transportation systems GIS-based transportation modeling Transit planning and service optimization Freeway operations and ramp metering strategies Awards & Mentoring: Recipient of FIU’s inaugural Dean’s Doctoral Mentorship Award. His students have won multiple Best ITE Student Paper Awards (2000, 2004, 2005). The FIU ITE Student Chapter, under his advisement, was named International Chapter of the Year five times (2001, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008). Key Contributions: Authored/co-authored over 230 refereed papers and technical reports. Key projects include Safety Analyst implementation in Florida, evaluation of cable median barriers, and development of crash modification factor (CMF) methodologies. Active in transportation data standardization and public involvement strategies for infrastructure projects. Labs & Collaborations: Leads research at the Lehman Center for Transportation Research. Collaborates closely with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and other state agencies on safety and ITS initiatives.

• Transportation Engineering
• Highway Safety
• Traffic Simulation
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Dr Yuri Siregar is Director of Student Education and Lecturer in Fashion Marketing and Brand Design at the University of Leeds' School of Design. His expertise spans phygital experience design, fashion retail atmospherics, and marketing communications. He holds a PhD in Fashion Marketing from Nottingham Trent University alongside multiple master's degrees in marketing and digital media. Prior to academia, he spent over a decade in global marketing roles including Creative Director at a multinational marcomms firm. His research focuses on the convergence of physical and digital worlds in fashion retail, particularly through people-centred design approaches. Current projects explore phygital atmospherics in experiential retail environments and dynamic omnichannel experiences. He leads the MA Global Fashion Management programme while maintaining industry connections through collaborative research initiatives. Professional memberships include Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, Academy of Marketing, and British Academy of Management. His teaching integrates industry insights with academic rigor, emphasizing innovation in fashion marketing strategies and digital transformation in retail spaces.

• Phygital Experience
• Fashion Marketing Communications
• Retail Atmospherics
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Gabriele Bernardini is a Researcher at the Department of Civil, Building and Architectural Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering at Università Politecnica delle Marche (UNIVPM) in Ancona, Italy. His office is located at via brecce bianche 12, Ancona in the DICEA, Construction Section (quota 150), where he holds office hours on Wednesdays from 9-11 AM. His work focuses on the intersection of built environment safety, risk assessment, and innovative technological applications for urban resilience. Dr. Bernardini's research interests center on multi-risk assessment and mitigation in urban built environments, particularly addressing flood risks, terrorist threats, and heatwave vulnerabilities in historical contexts. His work employs innovative methodologies including virtual reality simulations, behavioral design approaches, and data-driven predictive models. He has developed frameworks for measuring user exposure and vulnerability, optimizing evacuation paths, and creating integrated wayfinding systems for emergency situations. His research bridges the gap between theoretical risk assessment and practical implementation in real-world urban settings, with a special focus on preserving historical character while enhancing safety. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a consistent focus on multi-risk scenarios in urban environments, particularly examining how different hazards interact in historical settings. His work demonstrates increasing sophistication in methodology, moving from basic risk assessment to integrated multi-risk frameworks that consider user behavior, environmental factors, and technological solutions. A significant portion of his research applies virtual reality and extended reality technologies to safety training and evacuation planning, showing the evolution from theoretical models to practical applications with real-world testing. His research has practical applications across multiple domains including urban planning, emergency management, and building maintenance. Through his work on automatic detection systems using maintenance requests and predictive management approaches, he's contributing to more responsive building management practices. His case studies on specific locations like Matera demonstrate the translation of theoretical frameworks into context-specific solutions for historic urban environments.

• Urban Risk Assessment
• Built Environment Safety
• Disaster Management
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Alexander Mertens serves as Associate Professor and Department Head of the Institute of Industrial Engineering within RWTH Aachen University's Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, concurrently leading the Ergonomics and Human-Machine Systems group. His dual doctorates (Dr.-Ing. and Dr. rer. medic.) underpin his interdisciplinary approach bridging engineering and medical sciences. His research centers on human-centered technology integration , with core interests in Ergonomics , Human-Machine Systems , and Virtual Reality applications . He investigates physiological workload monitoring, human-robot collaboration, and inclusive workplace design—particularly through AR/VR systems and sensor-based interventions for manufacturing and healthcare contexts. His work emphasizes translating biomechanical and psychosocial insights into practical solutions for worker safety and performance. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals three dominant trends: human-robot collaboration in manufacturing (evident in VR-based robot assistance studies), physiological workload assessment (using pupillometry and multimodal signals), and workplace health innovation (addressing interruptions, musculoskeletal disorders, and aging populations). These threads consistently prioritize human factors in digital transformation across automotive, healthcare, and industrial domains. Prof. Mertens directs the Ergonomics and Human-Machine Systems laboratory, driving initiatives like AixistenzRobotik (Aachen Competence Center for Interactive Robotics in Health/Care) and workHEALTH (holistic prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders). His team develops adaptive interfaces for inclusive factories and evaluates digital escape signage through age-differentiated studies, maintaining strong industry partnerships for real-world implementation.

• Ergonomics
• Human-Machine Systems
• Industrial Engineering
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Ian Gwilt is a Research Professor in the Department of Design at UniSA Creative, University of South Australia. His work focuses on co-design methodologies, healthcare innovation, data visualization, and museum experience design. He has authored/co-authored numerous articles on topics such as human-robot interaction, sustainable energy practices, and participatory exhibition development. His research emphasizes translating complex data into tangible experiences and fostering stakeholder collaboration in complex systems. Affiliations: UniSA Creative (Faculty/School) Department of Design MOD. (Museum of Discovery) Australian Research Centre for Interactive and Virtual Environments (IVE) Research Interests: Gwilt’s primary areas include co-design frameworks for healthcare systems, data physicalization, museum visitor engagement, and the application of visual communication in interdisciplinary research. He explores how design thinking can address challenges in sustainability, chronic disease management, and human-technology interaction. Key Contributions: Developed protocols for wearable activity trackers in hospital settings through co-design. Authored influential work on graphical signage to reduce anxiety in human-robot collaboration. Co-created the “data souvenir” concept to bridge physical and digital museum experiences. Received the International Federation of Hospital Engineering Building Award 2018 for healthcare architecture analysis. Grants & Projects: His work is supported by grants such as the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). Projects include developing patient experience toolkits and exploring midwifery practices through co-design. Labs/Teams: Active in MOD. (Museum of Discovery) and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in healthcare, architecture, and digital innovation.

• Co-design
• Healthcare Design
• Data Visualization
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Gerlinde Mautner is a Full Professor at the Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU) , where she has held a chair since 2000. Her research focuses on the intersection of language with business and legal frameworks , combining corpus linguistics and critical discourse analysis . She has published extensively on topics like marketized language, interdisciplinary methodology, and linguistic landscapes. PhD in English from University of Vienna Habilitation (1997) at WU Visiting professorships at Cass Business School, Durham Business School, and Nottingham Business School Her methodological expertise includes mixed methods research and corpus-assisted discourse studies . Recent work examines large language models and public signage through discourse analysis. She has held leadership roles at WU as Vice-Rector for International Relations (1998-2002) and Head of Department (2005-2015), and served as Vice-President for Humanities at the Austrian Science Fund until 2024. Her textbooks on academic writing reflect her commitment to pedagogy across undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive programs. Notable trends in her 15 most recent publications include: Challenges of AI in discourse studies (2024) Methodological integration of corpus linguistics with qualitative analysis (2024) Analysis of managerial language evolution (2020) Critique of marketization in education (2005)

• Applied Linguistics
• Critical Discourse Analysis
• Corpus Linguistics
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Nikola Vangelov serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Communication, Public Relations and Advertising at Sofia University, where his academic work centers on the intersection of advertising theory, digital innovation, and historical communication practices. His research particularly examines technological applications in advertising within smart city environments and social media ecosystems. His scholarly focus spans digital advertising methodologies, influencer marketing dynamics, political communication frameworks, and the historical evolution of advertising in Bulgaria. Key contributions include analyses of AI-driven out-of-home advertising, metaverse marketing strategies, and socialist-era propaganda techniques. His interdisciplinary approach bridges traditional advertising principles with emerging digital paradigms, emphasizing consumer engagement in technologically advanced urban contexts. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals a pronounced shift toward AI integration in digital out-of-home advertising, with significant contributions to understanding influencer marketing in book publishing and historical political communication in socialist Bulgaria. His work consistently demonstrates methodological rigor through critical reviews, historical analyses, and empirical studies of contemporary advertising phenomena, establishing him as a leading voice in Balkan advertising research.

• Advertising
• Digital Marketing
• Public Relations
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Anastasia Nanni is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at Aalto University's School of Business, Department of Marketing. Her research focuses on retail technology, consumer behavior, and service management, with notable contributions in understanding technology's impact on frontline employees, digital signage effectiveness, and music industry collaborations. She holds a Ph.D. and has published in top journals like International Journal of Production Economics and Omega. Her work bridges empirical marketing research with practical applications in service innovation and crisis management. Key research areas include analyzing how in-store technologies influence employee dynamics and customer spending patterns, leveraging text analytics for service quality improvements, and exploring cross-genre collaborations in music. She has contributed to studies on tourism recovery post-pandemic and digital transformation in service industries. Email: anastasia.nanni@aalto.fi Affiliations: Aalto University (current role since at least 2022) Her recent publications (2021–2025) highlight a focus on technology's dual-edged role in retail environments and its implications for both customers and service providers.

• Marketing Strategy
• Consumer Behavior
• Retail Technology
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Clare D'Souza is a Professor of Marketing at La Trobe University, specializing in sustainability, consumer behavior, and marketing strategy. She holds academic appointments at the University of the Basque Country (Spain) and collaborates internationally with researchers in Malaysia, China, Canada, India, and Portugal. Her research bridges sustainability and marketing, emphasizing environmental leadership, consumer decision-making, and ethical business practices. Education: PhD (University of Bombay), MBA (SIIDS, India), BComm and LLB (La Trobe University). Research Interests Her work focuses on sustainability in business, consumer intent, and the integration of environmental goals into marketing strategies. Key areas include greenfluencer impact, recycling behavior, and sustainable development goals (SDGs) in supply chains. She also explores digital marketing innovations and ethical consumption patterns. Grants & Collaborations Professor D'Souza has secured significant funding through grants and consultancies, leading projects on sustainability and marketing. She advises international organizations and government agencies on curriculum design and sustainable practices. Awards - OLT National Citation (2012) for teaching excellence - UN VIC Finalist (2016) for sustainability research Teaching & Supervision She teaches across campuses and oversees HDR students, contributing to curriculum development in sustainability and marketing. Her courses cover entrepreneurship, retail management, and social/environmental marketing. Labs & Teams Associated with the Governance, Marketing and Sustainability Research Centre (University of the Basque Country), she leads interdisciplinary teams focusing on global sustainability challenges.

• Sustainability
• Environmental Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
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Klaus Schönberger is a University Professor in Cultural Anthropology at the Institute for Cultural Analysis, Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt / Celovec. His work focuses on the Alps-Adriatic region, with interests spanning cultural studies, ethnography, cultural heritage, and digital communication. He has held leadership roles such as 1st Chairman of the Austrian Society for Empirical Cultural Studies and Folklore (2018–2024) and board member of the Institute for Cultural Analysis (2016–2023). Doctorate in Empirical Cultural Studies (1994), University of Tübingen Habilitation in Cultural Anthropology (2010), University of Hamburg His research explores societal aesthetics through audiovisual media, including amateur film practices, digital communication, and the interplay between art and ethnography. Recent publications examine memory politics, cultural heritages, and agonistic perspectives in the Carinthia/Koroška region. A 2008 scholarship from the Isa Lohmann Siems Foundation highlights his academic recognition. Key themes in his work include the societal implications of self-representation (e.g., selfie practices), the historical evolution of media (Super 8 to smartphone videos), and the cultural analysis of the Alps-Adriatic region. His interdisciplinary approach bridges cultural theory, digital communication, and ethnographic methodology. Scientific Awards: 2008 scholarship from the Isa Lohmann Siems Foundation, Hamburg Notable projects include the analysis of transversal practices in the Schillerverein in Trieste and the cultural implications of digital communication's persistence and recombination. He has contributed to understanding the aestheticization of work and the dissolution of traditional boundaries in labor and leisure.

• Cultural Anthropology
• Sociology of Work
• Ethnography
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Tatiana Iretskaia is a doctoral candidate in Sustainable Tourism and Protected Areas Management (STPAM) at Michigan State University's Department of Community Sustainability (College of Agriculture & Natural Resources). She holds multiple master’s degrees and 15 years of professional experience in field biology, cross-cultural communication, and international tourism. Her research focuses on transformative travel experiences’ long-term impacts, blending qualitative storytelling with global case studies. Education highlights include prior studies in Russia, France, and the UK. She actively teaches courses like ISB 208L (Applications of Biological Sciences for non-majors) and co-leads study abroad programs in South Africa/Mozambique (Marine Ecology & Conservation). Notable teaching accolades include the 2024 Excellence in Graduate Student Teaching Award and participation in MSU’s FAST/IIT teaching development cohorts. Research contributions include peer-reviewed work on pandemic-era park messaging, ORV user preferences, and conservation tourism frameworks. Her work bridges environmental science, cultural anthropology, and policy design. A polyglot (fluent in four languages), she coordinates international collaborations using Portuguese, Russian, French, and English. Award-winning educator and researcher, she has received prestigious fellowships including the C.S. Mott Pre-Doctoral Award and FLAS Fellowship. Her fieldwork spans 80+ countries, emphasizing experiential learning through immersive cultural exchanges.

• Sustainable Tourism
• Protected Areas Management
• Environmental Conservation
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Marcel Benčík serves as Associate Professor and Vice-Rector for International Cooperation at the Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Bratislava, where he heads the Studio Space within the Department of Visual Communication. With over two decades of professional design experience, he bridges academic leadership and creative practice across Central Europe through significant collaborations with cultural institutions including the Slovak National Gallery and architectural studio zerozero. Academic Background ArtD. (Doctorate) from Academy of Fine Arts, Prague (2004-2007) under Assoc. Prof. Pavel Choma Master's Degree from Academy of Fine Arts, Bratislava (2002-2004) Bachelor's Degree from Academy of Fine Arts, Bratislava (1998-2002) Benčík's research focuses on the intersection of communication design with architectural spaces, where he explores how visual systems enhance user experience in cultural institutions. His work demonstrates particular innovation in exhibition design and spatial navigation systems, often integrating traditional graphic elements with digital interfaces to create cohesive visitor journeys that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes. His award-winning projects include the Balustrade on the Parish Stairs in Žilina (2016 National Award winner) and Kasárne/kulturpark Košice's visual communication system. Recent outputs through 2024 show continued exploration of intermedia museum concepts and urban design interventions that respond to contemporary social contexts while maintaining strong visual identities. Selected Honors National Award for Communication Design (Experimental Design Category, 2016) Multiple National Design Awards (2020, 2021) Dušan Jurkovič Award for Architectural Integration Polish Design Award for International Collaboration The Most Beautiful Book of Slovakia recognition As Studio Space manager, Benčík mentors students in thesis development while leading international collaborations through G4 network and Design Weekend Bratislava. His academic service includes jury participation for design competitions across Europe and opposition roles at Polish and Czech institutions, demonstrating significant contribution to regional design education standards.

• Communication Design
• Exhibition Design
• Spatial Design
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Professor Satyaki Roy is a faculty member at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur , serving in the Department of Design and the Media Technology Centre . Since October 2001 he has been instrumental in establishing the Media Technology Centre and the 90.4 FM Community Radio Station on campus, and has founded the start-up Gestures Design and Media Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Education PhD, Kala Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan (2003–07) MFA, Kala Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan (1997–99) BFA, Kala Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan (1992–97) Research & Creative Focus Professor Roy’s research integrates visual communication, folk art & crafts, creativity, film-making, design thinking, and user-experience design . His work explores the intersection of traditional Indian aesthetics with contemporary design practice, employing visual ethnography, augmented-reality applications, and emotion-driven design methodologies to address challenges in education, urbanism, and sustainable craft livelihoods. Publications Trajectory Across 2021 alone, Roy co-authored four major journal and conference papers on themes ranging from commoditization of Gond art to emotion dynamics in design processes and visual literacy for children. Earlier works (2017–2015) concentrated on augmented-reality toolkits, urban visual perception methodologies, and empowerment of craft clusters, demonstrating a steady evolution from ethnographic documentation to actionable design interventions. Honours & Patents National recognition for contributions to the NPTEL Phase I-II (2004–2014) Indian Patent 234987 – “The Drift-Battery Operated Campus Vehicle” Indian Patent 238758 – “Stair Climbing Wheel Chair” Best-paper recognition at the Design History Society Annual Conference, Barcelona Advising & Grants He has supervised 60+ M.Des theses and currently guides eight active PhD scholars in areas such as folk-painting aesthetics, emotion in design, sustainable pottery, assistive yoga tools, signage, and medical-device design. His projects have been funded by MHRD, MOE, DST, MIB, DMSRDE, UPPCL, NOKIA, JCBL and others, totalling more than 30 completed and ongoing initiatives in e-content creation, community radio, digital agriculture, and rural craft revitalisation. Labs & Teams Roy spearheads activities at the Media Technology Centre , the 90.4 FM Community Radio Station , and collaborates with the Design Programme at IIT Kanpur. These interdisciplinary hubs integrate design research, media production, and outreach to foster innovation in education, culture, and social development.

• Visual Communication
• Folk Art and Crafts
• Creativity
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Rachelle Vessey is an Assistant Professor at the School of Linguistics and Language Studies, Carleton University. Her work bridges corpus linguistics and critical discourse analysis, examining language ideologies in media, digital communication, and policy texts. She has conducted cross-cultural studies on topics like sexual violence, Canadian identity, and multilingualism in global institutions. B.A. in French, Mount Allison University M.A. in Applied Language Studies, Carleton University Ph.D. in Linguistics, University of London Her research interrogates how language beliefs shape social inclusion/exclusion, often focusing on Canada's linguistic duality. She employs corpus methods to analyze newspapers, Twitter, and UN documents, revealing patterns in nationalist rhetoric and policy debates. Recent work explores intersectional frameworks and digital monolingualism. Her publications span monographs (e.g., Language and Canadian Media , 2016), book chapters, and peer-reviewed articles. They reveal a trajectory from media discourse analysis to institutional language policy and gendered dimensions of pandemic communication. Editorial roles include the Corpora journal and Journal of Corpora and Discourse Studies . Conference engagements highlight her expertise in corpus methods, including plenary addresses at CADS 2024 and seminars at the University of Bologna. She has spoken on topics ranging from UN language policy to Canadian bilingualism and digital discourse.

• Language ideologies
• Corpus linguistics
• Discourse analysis
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