جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ahmed Ehab Abdelsalamمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Virtual Reality Applications in Architecture and Urban Design
• Digital Creativity
• Qualitative Research in User Experience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ahmed Ehab Abdelsalam is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Digital Creativity at Loughborough University, specializing in Virtual Reality (VR) applications for architecture and urban design. He holds a PhD in Architecture Design-Social Science from the University of Nottingham, where his research focused on resilient design for London’s elevated social spaces using interactive VR co-design methods. His academic journey includes roles such as Hourly Paid Lecturer at Nottingham Trent University, Studio Tutor at the University of Nottingham, and Assistant Lecturer at The British University in Egypt, emphasizing design communication and urban planning education. His research interests span Virtual Reality applications in architecture, sustainable vertical urbanism, and community participation in design. Key areas include immersive co-design for public engagement, AI-integrated VR systems, and qualitative user experience studies. He advocates for sustainable design approaches in hyper-density cities and has explored post-pandemic urban green spaces and cognitive experiences in elevated public spaces. Dr. Ehab’s work integrates advanced VR workflows with generative AI and gamification techniques, aiming to enhance public participation in architectural design. He is affiliated with the Design for Future Living research group and actively contributes to the development of digital twins and empathic modeling tools. His teaching experience includes mentoring postgraduate urban design students and delivering undergraduate architecture courses. While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to immersive technology and sustainable urban development reflect a commitment to innovative, community-centric design solutions.

Bruna Petrecaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Circular Economy
• Materials Science
• Human-Centered Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bruna Petreca is a Professor and Reader in Human Experience and Materials at the Royal College of Art's Materials Science Research Centre. She specializes in integrating human experience into materials development, focusing on circular economy, digital environments, and health/wellbeing. Her research leads projects like the UKRI Textiles Circularity Centre and EPSRC Dematerialisation initiatives, emphasizing sustainable fashion, consumer behavior, and digital tools. Educated at the University of São Paulo (BA in Fashion/Textiles) and the RCA (PhD in Design Products), she has a postdoctoral background at TU Delft. Awards include 2013 Human Centred Design prizes and recognition for her work on material experience frameworks. She collaborates internationally, chairs research ethics at RCA, and co-leads projects on AI design tools and circular fashion. Her teaching spans undergraduate/postgraduate levels, emphasizing materials science, human-centered design, and sustainable practices. Education: PhD (RCA), Postdoc (TU Delft), BA (USP) Key Projects: Textiles Circularity Centre (UKRI), Consumer Experience Digital Tools (EPSRC), Brazil-UK Natural Polymers Network Awards: Best Concept/Human Centred Design (2013), Best Poster Presentation (2013) Research Themes: Circular fashion, material experience frameworks, embodied design, AR tools for sustainability

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Multimodal Interaction
• Visual Analytics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Denis Lalanne is a full Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of Fribourg, leading the 'human-building interaction' group at the Smart Living Lab and directing the Human-IST institute . He specializes in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), focusing on multimodal interaction, visual analytics, and Human-Building Interaction (HBI). His work bridges computer science with architecture and urban design to improve building occupants' comfort and accessibility. His research spans topics such as assistive technologies for visually impaired individuals, energy-efficient lighting systems, and predictive models for indoor environmental quality. He has led projects like the Human-IST Lab and SWICE (Sustainable Well-being in Energy Transition), emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration between academia, industry, and public institutions. Key contributions include the development of frameworks for human-centric lighting, wearable sensors for urban comfort analysis, and empathic systems to enhance HCI. His work is published in top venues like ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing , IEEE , and CHI . Education and career highlights include a PhD from EPFL (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), postdoctoral research at IBM’s USER Group, and prior teaching roles at the University of Avignon. He is a Swiss representative at IFIP TC13 and has organized major conferences like IHM 2016.

• Human-AI Collaboration
• Deepfake Detection
• Medical Diagnosis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matt Groh is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, with a courtesy appointment in the McCormick School of Engineering's Computer Science department. He serves as Principal Investigator of the Human-AI Collaboration Lab, focusing on interdisciplinary research bridging social science and machine learning. His work investigates human-AI collaboration dynamics, particularly in domains like deepfake detection, medical diagnosis, and empathic communication. Research Interests: Groh's research integrates computational methods with social science to address challenges in human-AI partnerships. Key areas include: Deepfake detection across modalities (text, audio, video) AI ethics and transparency in healthcare applications Human perception of AI-generated media Computational empathy and emotional AI Lab & Collaborations: The Human-AI Collaboration Lab (HAIC) develops large-scale digital experiments to study hybrid human-machine systems. Recent work includes analyzing photorealism in AI-generated images and evaluating LLM reliability in subjective tasks. Groh collaborates with experts in dermatology, computer vision, and social computing. Teaching & Mentorship: He teaches Human and Machine Intelligence at Kellogg, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to AI's societal impact. Current openings include a postdoc fellowship with Dashun Wang exploring Human-AI Collaboration and Science of Science.

Esa Saarinenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Systems Intelligence
• Applied Philosophy
• Inspirational Lecturing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Esa Saarinen is a Senior Advisor in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management at Aalto University. His research focuses on Systems Intelligence, Applied Philosophy, and Organizational Systems. He holds a Doctoral degree in Humanities from the University of Helsinki (1978) and has been recognized with awards including the Aalto Act of the Year Award (2021) and the Eino Kaila award (1990). His work spans over 68 publications, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to human factors, team dynamics, and philosophical methodologies. Key research interests include positive psychology, organizational learning, and systems-based design strategies. Recent articles highlight applications of Systems Intelligence in safety management, esports, and empathic design. Dr. Saarinen has contributed to international conferences and collaborative research projects, advocating for systems thinking in education and professional settings. His lectures on philosophical practices and methodologies have gained attention in both academic and public domains.

• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Mixed Reality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gun A. Lee serves as a Senior Research Fellow at the Empathic Computing Lab within the School of Information Technology and Mathematical Sciences at the University of South Australia. He concurrently holds an Adjunct Senior Fellow position at the HIT Lab NZ, University of Canterbury. His academic journey spans multiple institutions with significant contributions to extended reality research. Dr. Lee's educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from POSTECH (2002-2009) M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering from POSTECH (2000-2002) B.S. in Computer Science from Kyungpook National University (1996-2000) His research centers on extended reality technologies and their applications. Dr. Lee's work explores Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) systems with emphasis on creating immersive experiences for learning, training, and collaboration. His concept of 'Immersive Authoring' represents a significant contribution to the field, enabling content creation while immersed in the experience itself. In Human-Computer Interaction, he develops novel interaction techniques that leverage natural human behaviors and multimodal inputs, particularly focusing on eye tracking, gesture recognition, and spatial awareness. Analysis of Dr. Lee's recent publications reveals a clear trajectory from foundational AR frameworks to sophisticated collaborative mixed reality systems. His work increasingly integrates social and emotional dimensions into remote collaboration, with projects like SharedSphere demonstrating practical applications of live 360-degree mixed reality. The research consistently bridges theoretical HCI principles with real-world applications across education, professional training, and entertainment domains. As a Research Degree Supervisor, Dr. Lee mentors graduate students in extended reality and human-computer interaction. His teaching portfolio includes the 'Human Interface Technology - Design and Evaluation' course at the HIT Lab NZ, where he specialized in evaluation methodologies for interactive systems across multiple semesters from 2014-2016. He has also conducted specialized workshops including 'The Glass Class' on Google Glass development. At the Empathic Computing Lab, Dr. Lee leads research initiatives focused on creating technologies that enhance human connection. His project portfolio spans from fundamental interaction research like 'Interaction with Augmented Mirrors' to applied mobile AR applications including CityViewAR, AntarcticAR, and GeoBoids. His work on the Mobile AR Framework represents significant infrastructure development for the field, while projects like VPS (VR-based Paint Spray Training Simulator) demonstrate practical industrial applications of his research.

• Participatory Design
• Social Sustainability
• Ecological Sustainability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Danielle Wilde is a Professor at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) within the Department of Business and Sustainability , IEB Esbjerg , and SDU Climate Cluster . She serves as an Adjunct Professor at RMIT University and contributes to the EU COST Action 16229 as a Committee Member for Denmark. Her work bridges participatory design with ecological and social sustainability, focusing on wicked problems through bottom-up stakeholder engagement. PhD in Design from Monash University (2012) MA in Design Interaction from Royal College of Art (2003) Her research explores human-microbiome relations , more-than-human design , and food system transformation , particularly through living labs . Recent projects like SCC Elite Centre for Post-Anthropocentric Climate Action and SDU Food Cluster highlight her interdisciplinary approach. She received the SCC Fast track award (2025) for her climate action work. Key article trends include participatory methodologies for ecological data , experimental approaches to microbiome engagement , and design fiction for food futures . Her work often intersects with wearable technology , decollaborative practices , and environmental citizenship frameworks . Scientific Awards SCC Fast track award (2025) She contributes to teaching courses like Exploring Design , Multi-stakeholder Innovation , and Design Specialisation B , with previous supervision of Master’s thesis projects. Current collaborations span climate action , food system innovation , and bio-digital interaction across European institutions.

• Social Innovation
• Digital Platforms
• Community Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sojen Pradhan is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Professional Practice and Leadership, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), with over 25 years of teaching experience. He holds a PhD in Computer Science and an MBA from UTS. His teaching focuses on Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Business Intelligence, and Information Systems, emphasizing sustainability and real-world industry connections. He pioneered an industry mentoring program, linking students with professionals to bridge theory and practice. His research explores social innovation, digital platforms, and community development, addressing issues like rural tourism, education in developing countries, and work-integrated learning models. He founded the AusLEAP volunteering program, connecting international students with community organizations. Key funded projects include enhancing volunteering placements for international students and exploring ICT adoption in disaster management. Dr. Pradhan’s work spans 69 publications, with recent focus on GIS applications in WASH, XAI frameworks in education, and sustainable tourism platforms. His grants include projects on social entrepreneurship, mentoring in project-based learning, and Fin-tech innovations.

• Extended Reality (XR)
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Design Creativity
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Zhengya Gong is a Senior Researcher at the Faculty of Art and Design, University of Lapland, Finland. Her research focuses on Extended Reality (XR), Human-Computer Interaction, Design Creativity, and the cultural influences on design processes. She explores topics such as virtual reality (VR) stimuli, AI-driven creativity enhancement, and neurocognitive aspects of design thinking through EEG studies. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining neuroscience, cultural psychology, and technology to advance understanding of creative processes in design education and professional practice. Key collaborations include studies on human-robot interaction, empathy through VR, and cross-cultural creativity. Zhengya Gong has published extensively on AI applications in design, VR-based priming techniques, and the impact of cultural values (e.g., uncertainty avoidance) on creativity. Her contributions span conference proceedings (e.g., Asia Design and Innovation Conference, NordDesign) and peer-reviewed journals like Computers in Human Behavior .

Jennifer Goetzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Psychology
• Cultural Psychology
• Emotional Experience
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Goetz is the H.W. Stodghill, Jr. and Adele H. Stodghill Professor of Psychology at Centre College , where she has been a faculty member since 2011. She holds a PhD in Social and Personality Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley, and a BS in Information and Decision Systems from Carnegie Mellon University. She previously taught at Middlebury College and served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Niger. PhD: Social and Personality Psychology, University of California, Berkeley BS: Information and Decision Systems, Carnegie Mellon University Her research centers on emotional experience and culture , particularly how empathy and compassion are shaped by social, cultural, and evolutionary factors in the U.S. and China. She also investigates racial bias, inclusive pedagogy, and interventions to promote equity in educational settings. Her work integrates social, cultural, and cognitive psychology to understand human emotion and behavior in diverse contexts. Her recent publications span topics such as compassion science, human-robot interaction, racial climate in higher education, and emotional regulation across cultures. These works reflect a strong interdisciplinary approach, combining empirical research with applied social justice initiatives. Notable awards and recognitions include: Stodghill Research Professorship (2014) Centre Faculty Scholar (2018–2019) Marlene and David Grissom Associate Professor of Science (2020–2023) Diversity and Inclusion Faculty Fellow (2019–2020) Dr. Goetz mentors undergraduate researchers, notably guiding ten scholars in the 15th cohort of the Centre Posse program. She has led significant institutional initiatives, including the Inclusive Classroom Series: Science & Math Edition , and co-organized workshops on anti-racism, implicit bias, and support for underrepresented communities. She has also hosted speakers such as Dr. Jeanine Abrams McLean and Dr. Elizabeth Page-Gould to advance dialogue on equity. Her leadership extends to departmental service, having chaired the Psychology Department from 2017 to 2021. She was a Visiting Scholar at Tsinghua University’s Psychology Department in Beijing during her 2018 sabbatical, reflecting her international engagement in cultural psychology research.

Rubén Martín Garcíaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Robotics
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Systems Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rubén Martín García is a Lecturer at the Universidad Politécnica de Salamanca , affiliated with the College of Computer Science and the Department of Systems Engineering and Automation . He is a member of the MARATON research group , focusing on mobile applications, internet of things, data processing, and semantic technologies. He earned his PhD in 2021 from the University of Salamanca with a thesis on anti-pheromone algorithms for urban search-and-rescue robots, supervised by Dr. Gabriel Villarrubia González and Dr. Javier Bajo Pérez. His research spans Robotics , Artificial Intelligence , and Smart Cities , with specific contributions to: Swarm robotics for disaster response Humanoid companions for elderly care Human-robot interaction in healthcare education Entropy-based modeling of shared mobility systems Stochastic navigation in urban environments AI-driven medication management systems Recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary work in medical robotics, swarm intelligence, and technology acceptance studies. His projects emphasize practical applications of IoT, semantic technologies, and open data frameworks.

Corey Schimpfمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Engineering Education
• Design Thinking
• Human-Centered Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Corey Schimpf, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at the University at Buffalo's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. He holds a PhD in Engineering Education from Purdue University (2015), an MA in Sociology (2010), and a BA in Sociology (Summa Cum Laude, 2008). His work focuses on design thinking, human-centered design, and empathy in engineering education, with particular emphasis on student agency, data visualization, and AI-driven methodologies. He explores how power dynamics and social structures influence engineering design processes and outcomes, particularly in collaborative settings. Recent research trends include leveraging learning analytics to study elementary engineering design collaboration, developing frameworks for empathy in engineering education, and investigating equity in engineering partnerships. His work bridges educational technology with social science methods, using computational approaches to analyze design processes. He has contributed to frameworks addressing diversity representation in environmental partnerships and optimizing practices in engineering education contexts. His scholarship emphasizes participatory and co-design methodologies, often integrating agent-based modeling and case-based simulation tools. While no awards are explicitly mentioned, his extensive publication record reflects sustained engagement with critical issues in engineering pedagogy and equity.

• Statistical Inference
• Data Modelling (Environmental events)
• Bayesian Statistics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pragalathan (Prahan) Apputhurai is a Lecturer in Applied Statistics at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Health Sciences . With a PhD in Applied Statistics from Swinburne and prior degrees from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, his expertise spans Bayesian Statistics , Structural Equation Modeling , and Extreme Events Data Modelling . He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Applied Statistics and supervises PhD/Master's students in areas including Factor Analysis and Social Determinants of Health. Education: PhD in Applied Statistics, Swinburne University of Technology, Australia Bachelor of Science & Applied Statistics, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka Research Interests: Specializing in statistical methods for health and social sciences, Dr. Apputhurai's work addresses issues including intimate partner violence, mental health in chronic disease populations, and empathetic AI in healthcare. His recent publications focus on structural equation modeling applications, psychometric validation in gastrointestinal disorders, and conversational agent empathy assessment. Grants: Rome Foundation (2025): Dietary interventions for IBS pain management Civil Aviation Safety Authority (2022-2024): Bayesian methodology in aviation safety Department of Communities and Justice (2018-2019): Indigenous women's reintegration through empowerment pathways Professional Recognition: Vice Chancellor's Teaching Excellence Award (2016) SUPRA Scholarship Recipient (2009) Academic Excellence in B.Sc. Examinations (2003) Academic Supervision: Currently supervising research projects in inflammatory bowel disease mental health support, conversational agent development, and trauma impact on quality of life across various health conditions.

Brian Curtisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Painting
• Drawing
• Art Education
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Brian Curtis is an Associate Professor of Painting at the University of Miami's College of Arts and Sciences, where he serves as Coordinator of Undergraduate Drawing and both Undergraduate Painting and Graduate Painting programs. With a career spanning over three decades at the University, Curtis has established himself as a dedicated educator and practicing artist specializing in representational painting and perceptual drawing. His research interests focus on the intersection of traditional art practices with contemporary challenges, particularly exploring perceptual drawing, sacred geometry, and the relationship between art and technology. Curtis has developed a critical perspective on postmodern approaches to art education, advocating for the continued importance of perceptual skills in artistic development while engaging thoughtfully with digital technologies. Curtis's scholarly work reveals consistent themes examining the cognitive and perceptual foundations of artistic practice. His publications, particularly the widely adopted Drawing from Observation textbook (now in its second edition), demonstrate his commitment to foundational art education. His more recent work delves into neuroscience perspectives on artistic perception, the impact of digital technologies on creative processes, and philosophical examinations of art's purpose in contemporary society. Nominated for Foundations in Art Theory and Education (F.A.T.E.) Master Educator Award (2015, 2011) Dean's Research Leave (2012) Dean's Excellence in Teaching Award (1999) Multiple Merit Awards from national exhibitions (1986-2012) Max Orovitz Summer Research Grants (1987, 1989, 1998) As an educator, Curtis has secured numerous grants supporting technological integration in art education, including funding for computer labs and digital equipment. His extensive exhibition record, with solo shows from 1979 to 2017, demonstrates his active engagement with the artistic community. Curtis has also curated exhibitions and organized professional conferences, contributing significantly to the field beyond his teaching and creative work.

Masi Mohammadiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Smart Architecture
• Healthy Neighborhoods
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Masi Mohammadi is a Full Professor at the Department of Built Environment at Eindhoven University of Technology and holds the KIVI-chair of 'Architecture in Health' at HAN University of Applied Sciences. She leads the interdisciplinary research program 'Empathic Environment', focusing on integrating emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and robotics into architectural systems to enhance user health, wellbeing, and social engagement. Her work spans smart healthy neighborhoods, kinetic façade design, and evidence-based frameworks for adaptive living environments. Her research is conducted in collaboration with industry and practice partners across 10 Living Labs in the Netherlands. She has received grants from organizations such as Interreg Europe, NWO, ZonMW, and the Province of North Brabant. Mohammadi is a prolific speaker, having delivered over 120 academic and professional keynotes. Humanized Tech Award Winner (2020) Beatrice Worsley Award (2022) Best Master Lecturer (2011) Outstanding Highly Gifted People (2022) She supervises 17 PhD and PDEng researchers and contributes to educational activities such as the Masterproject Building Technology and Smart Building Methodology courses. Her ancillary roles include board memberships in organizations like the Dutch association of Facility Management in Healthcare, Dutch Standards Committee, and advisory roles in Living Labs initiatives.