جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

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

Elizabeth Watson-Brown is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Architecture, Design and Planning, University of Queensland. She specializes in architecture, urban design, and sustainable design, with a focus on subtropical housing and environmental adaptation. Her work often explores climate-responsive design and innovative material use in tropical and subtropical contexts. Research interests include sustainable housing solutions, urban planning, and the intersection of architecture with cultural and environmental contexts. Notable projects include the St Lucia House, which received the Robin Dods Award for Housing in 1997, and various competition entries for urban development projects. Her publications span books, journals, and creative works, emphasizing architectural innovation and adaptive design strategies. Watson-Brown has collaborated with institutions like the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) and participated in international exhibitions such as the Venice Biennale. She has contributed to architectural education through her academic role and engagement in design competitions, fostering dialogue between theory and practice in architecture.

• Sound Composition
• Digital Music Media
• Visual Music
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ivan Zavada is a Senior Lecturer and Program Leader in Composition & Music Technology at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, part of the University of Sydney. His work focuses on the intersection of sound, visuals, and technology, with specialties in electroacoustic music, digital media, and environmental sustainability. He holds a MMus in Electroacoustic Composition from the Université de Montréal and a PhD from the University of Sydney. Education: MMus (Montreal), PhD (Sydney) Research Interests: Sound composition, digital music media, visual music, cross-cultural composition, AI in music His research explores innovative approaches to sound and visual art, including immersive audiovisual performances and sustainability-themed projects like 'Sounds of Sustainability' with AMP Capital. Current projects include Southeast Asia-focused collaborations on cultural heritage and urban soundscapes. Recent grants include a New Colombo Plan mobility grant for studying underwater sounds in Southeast Asia. He advises PhD students on topics ranging from Korean traditional instruments to spectral music and temporal location in composition. Key Projects: Sounds of Sustainability, Sydney Southeast Asia Centre Collaborative Grants Publications: Over 20 works spanning journals, conferences, and composed pieces

Paul Hauptmeierمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sound Art
• Spatial Audio
• Multimedia Installations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Paul Hauptmeier is a researcher and sound artist affiliated with the Burg Giebichenstein University of Art and Design Halle, where he collaborates with the ZiMMT Center for Immersive Media Art, Music, and Technology in Leipzig. He holds a dual focus on spatial audio research and interdisciplinary art, co-founding the artist duo Hauptmeier | Recker. His work explores hyperobjects, environmental soundscapes, and long-term processes beyond human perception. Key projects include The Echoing Silences of Metal and Skin (Venice Biennale Special Mention 2024), DECAY (radiation-driven sound sculpture), and 237 (1 million-year sound installation). He is also a technical director for large-scale installations globally. Education: Studies in composition at Franz Liszt Music Academy Weimar, UC San Diego (Miller Puckette), and Sibelius Academy Helsinki Research: Spatial audio systems and acoustic sculpture Board member of ZiMMT Center His awards include recognition at the Venice Biennale for work addressing industrial labor and environmental soundscapes. Ongoing projects investigate material decay, infrasound, and long-term art forms requiring centuries of engagement.

Ben Krupkaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ceramics
• Sculpture
• Design
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ben Krupka is Professor of Ceramics at Bard College at Simon's Rock with an MFA from Utah State University and BFA from Frostburg State University. His affiliations include residencies at the Archie Bray Foundation (2003-2005, 2012) and visiting faculty positions at Chulalongkorn University and King Mongkut’s University of Technology in Bangkok. Research spans functional/sculptural ceramics, wood-fired techniques, mold making, and kiln construction. His interdisciplinary work extends to furniture design, green architecture, and collaborative sculpture projects with natural elements. Honors include exhibitions in over 150 national venues, features in Ceramics Monthly, Clay Times, and Ceramics Art & Perception, and inclusion in scholarly publications like 500 Teapots and 500 Pitchers .

• Video Art
• Installation Art
• Social Engagement
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Melanie Crean is an Associate Professor of Art, Media and Technology at Parsons School of Design (The New School). Her practice bridges video, performance, and emerging technologies to explore social justice themes through mythological frameworks. She collaborates with communities in post-industrial regions to reimagine civic systems through participatory worldbuilding. Education: MFA, School of Visual Arts, Computer Art BA, Brown University, Art Semiotics Research Focus: Investigates how history is recorded through contested sites (archives, built environments, bodies). Specializes in experimental narratives that challenge cultural archetypes like the 'unruly woman' and 'American exceptionalism'. Recent Work: Recent projects include A Machine to Unmake You (2024, FACT Liverpool) and No Such Place as America (2022, MWPA). Her work emphasizes design futuring and storytelling as political acts. Awards: 2024 KODA residency 2021 NYFA Artist Fellowship 2016 Creative Capital Award Teaching: Current courses include Practice Studio 2 (Spring 2026) and Thesis Studio 1 (Fall 2025). Previously taught Core Studio Systems and Major Studio 1 at graduate level.

Aernout Mikمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Video Installation Art
• Sculpture
• Performance Art
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aernout Mik is a Professor of Sculpture and Vice-Rector at Kunstakademie Münster. His work focuses on video installations exploring social order, chaos, and spatial dynamics through immersive multi-screen projections. Born in 1962, he has exhibited globally including major biennales like Venice, Sao Paulo, and Gwangju. His practice merges sculpture with performance, interrogating collective identity through neutral observation of human groups. Exhibitions: MoMA New York, Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, Haus der Kulturen der Welt Berlin Represented Netherlands at 2007 Venice Biennale Teaching emphasizes spatial experimentation across private/public domains, media, and political contexts. The class prioritizes collaborative projects and interdisciplinary approaches to sculpture as expanded spatial practice. Key works like Double blind (2018) and 5 days 2 zones (2016) exemplify his exploration of human behavior in constructed environments. His installations create disorienting sensory experiences that blur documentary and fictional narratives.

Tao Chenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Mixed Media Expressionism
• Interactive Screen-Based Media
• Contemporary Publication Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Tao Chen is an Associate Professor in the Art and Art History Department at Eastern Connecticut State University. His work bridges digital technology and visual communication, with a focus on interdisciplinary screen-based media, digital mixed media expressionism, and contemporary publication design. He holds a B.E. from Beijing Institute of Graphic Communications and an M.F.A. from Louisiana Tech University. Professor Chen’s research explores cultural and environmental themes through multimedia installations, motion graphics, and collaborative projects. Notable works include the Book of IROKO publication and the multimedia video, addressing ecological preservation and indigenous traditions. His When Night Flows motion graphic was showcased alongside musical performances. He has exhibited in over 40 juried exhibitions, including the 2018 National Juried Art Show and the Cooperstown Art Association’s annual exhibition. His professional design work includes clients like Comcast and Air China. Chen has been awarded five Connecticut State University faculty research grants. As an educator, he emphasizes hands-on learning, integrating real-world projects with local nonprofits such as the Willimantic Food Co-op. His teaching spans graphic design, web design, and motion graphics, fostering student creativity and professional readiness.

Muhannad T. Suleimanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Sustainable Infrastructure
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Muhannad T. Suleiman is a Professor of Geotechnical Engineering at Lehigh University's College of Engineering and Applied Science. He leads the National Offshore Wind Energy Testing and Hybrid Simulation Facility funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. His research focuses on sustainable infrastructure, geothermal energy systems, and bio-inspired soil improvement technologies. He holds the P.C. Rossin Assistant Professorship and the Shamsher Prakash Teaching Prize. Education: Ph.D. (Geotechnical Engineering, Iowa State University), M.S. & B.S. (Civil Engineering, Jordan University of Science and Technology). Research Interests: Soil-structure interaction for offshore wind turbines, thermoactive geotechnical systems, microbial-induced carbonate precipitation for soil stabilization, and wireless subsurface sensing networks. His work integrates geotechnical engineering with renewable energy applications and disaster-resilient infrastructure design. Grants & Recognition: Over $12M in DOE funding, NSF grants, and Qatar National Research Fund support. His research group developed patented ground-improvement technologies and wireless sensing systems for subsurface monitoring. Teaching & Service: Teaches advanced geotechnical courses including Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering. Serves as Chair of ASCE's Deep Foundations Committee and editorial board member of Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering . Active in national committees like TRB Foundations of Bridges and the Deep Foundation Institute. Labs & Facilities: Directs testing at Lehigh's ATLSS Center, utilizing large-scale soil boxes and advanced instrumentation for full-scale geotechnical experimentation.

Kirk Woolfordمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intangible Cultural Heritage
• Health and Wellbeing
• Environmental Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Kirk Woolford is the founding director of the Institute for Creative Technologies at Norwich University of the Arts. Previously, he held roles including Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Reader in Digital Media Arts, and Principal Research Fellow at institutions such as the University of Surrey and Anglia Ruskin. His academic journey began with a dual BS in Computer Science and Humanities from Clarkson University, followed by an MSc in Design and a PhD from the University of Surrey. Woolford’s research focuses on the intersection of creative practice with transdisciplinary challenges, particularly in intangible cultural heritage, health, wellbeing, and environmental values. He pioneers immersive experiences and performance art using emerging technologies, showcased globally at venues like MoMA, Venice Biennale, and SIGGRAPH. His hybrid background includes 40+ years in tech and media industries, co-founding companies in New York, London, and Amsterdam. His work emphasizes practice-based methodologies, blending computational tools with artistic expression. Key projects include Photoria (exploring fireflies’ ecological value) and Jinn (interactive performances blending motion capture and virtual environments). He currently leads interdisciplinary initiatives addressing global challenges through creative technologies. Woolford actively contributes to academic communities, serving on review panels for AHRC and UKRI, and chairs initiatives like Collusion Cambridge. Upcoming projects include Jinn Ginnaye: Palmyra , an immersive piece exploring cultural heritage preservation.

• Digital Storytelling
• Creative Writing Pedagogy
• Publishing Industry Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Devanny is an Associate Professor and Acting Head of Subject for Writing and Journalism at Falmouth University. He holds a PhD in Digital Literatures & Poetry Publishing (2019) and specializes in digital storytelling, creative writing pedagogy, and contemporary poetry. His research explores intersections of technology, publishing, and Gothic studies. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and has organized conferences such as Dark Economies and Haunted Landscapes . Education: BA (Hons) English Literature & Creative Writing (Warwick, 2010); MA Writing (Sheffield Hallam, 2012); PhD Digital Literatures (Falmouth, 2019) Research focuses on VR, AI, and digital education. Notable achievements include the New Media Writing Prize (2013) and exhibitions at venues like the Hatton Gallery and Terre Verte Gallery. He co-directs the Grammarsow Residency and serves as a trustee of the Charles Causley Trust. Teaches on Creative Writing, English, and Journalism programs. Supervises four PhD students in digital storytelling and Gothic studies. Active in literary communities through residencies and collaborative installations.

Gaston Welischمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• AI Ethics
• Creative Technologies
• Design Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gaston Welisch is a Researcher and PhD candidate affiliated with the Glasgow School of Art, specializing in interdisciplinary creative practices at the intersection of AI, design, and societal engagement. His current research, titled 'AI Oracles and Creative Practices,' critically examines AI's ethical and social impacts through design interventions. He holds a Master’s degree from the Glasgow School of Art, with prior education at ENSCI Les Ateliers (Paris) and Aalto University (Finland). His work spans projects like The Data Poets , which blends citizen science with playful urban exploration, and First in Human , a collaboration with Glasgow University investigating cancer trial dynamics. Key affiliations include Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow University’s Institute of Cancer Sciences, and collaborative projects with institutions like Highlands and Islands Enterprise. His creative outputs include interactive installations, generative art, and limited-edition photography books like Car Wash Poems . Gaston’s research emphasizes transdisciplinary dialogue, prioritizing accessible narratives about complex technologies through design and participatory methods. Recent publications focus on AI ethics, patient involvement in medical research, and speculative future scenarios. He has exhibited work at the Design Biennale of St-Etienne and contributed to initiatives like the Glasgow Architecture Fringe. His practice bridges academic research with hands-on creative production, advocating for AI as a tool requiring critical mediation between humans and machines.

Susan Barnetمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Contemporary Art
• Performance Art
• Installation Art
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Susan Barnet is the Course Leader for Fine Art at the University of Suffolk, School of Technology, Business and Arts. Her work spans multiple media, including drawing, performance, and installation, focusing on personal histories within broader political discourses. She holds an MFA from the California Institute of the Arts and a PhD from Kingston University. Teaching responsibilities include Studio Practice, Extended Practice, Research and Context, and Critical Perspectives. Her research collaborations include radical reThink , a cross-college initiative at UAL that challenges market-driven education models through international symposia and community-building. Key projects include reinterpreting the Mass Observation movement through archives and performance, resulting in exhibitions at Five Years (London) and publications like The Everyday Press . Her work explores overlooked aspects of daily life, blending art, text, and social critique.

Dan Hopkinsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Media Production
• Film Production
• Sound Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dan Hopkins is an Assistant Professor in Media Production and Course Director for BA (Hons) Media Production at Coventry University's School of Media and Performing Arts . His work bridges academic leadership with creative practice in film and sound art. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Specializes in Media/Film Industry Dynamics and Professional Practice Teaching focus: Grammar of Storytelling, Moving Image Experimentation With a background in Short Filmmaking and Sound Design for Film , his creative practice includes experimental films shown at global festivals like Australian Experimental Film Festival and Edinburgh International Film Festival . His recent works explore Movement #6 (2020) and Power (2018) as part of the Biomimicry exhibition. Key awards include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy . His 15 most recent works span 2020-2012 , covering short films, music videos, and sound installations, reflecting trends in Experimental Media , Audio-Visual Art , and Global Film Distribution .

Heizo Schulzeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Studies
• Media Design
• Visual Communication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Heizo Schulze is a faculty member at the Ostwestfalen-Lippe University of Applied Sciences in the Audiovisual Media Design department. His work focuses on film sets, visual motifs, and media design , exemplified by his project setscene , a compendium of film sets developed to aid directors, cameramen, and media scholars in location selection and thematic analysis. He brings expertise in interactive media, installations, and iOS app development , alongside an academic background in design for electronic media and professional experience as a freelance designer. His contributions include insights into the modular expansion of setscene , presented at events like the November 2014 ZIS symposium on Campus Mainz. His career spans roles at the Institute for Media Research (Braunschweig University of Fine Arts) and the Lower Saxony Learning Lab (Hanover) . No scientific awards or part-time status are documented.

Marc Trotereauمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Industrial Design
• Product Design
• Furniture Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marc Trotereau is a Lecturer in Industrial Design at the University of Plymouth's School of Art, Design and Architecture, part of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business. He holds a Master's degree from the Royal College of Art (RCA) in London, following earlier studies in France at The School of Fine Art in Reims and the Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. His practice spans furniture design, object creation, and site-specific artworks, with a focus on how design interacts with public spaces and human behavior. Education: Bachelor studies: The School of Fine Art, Reims (3 years) Product & Furniture Design: Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs, Paris (2 years) Masters in Product Design: Royal College of Art, London (2007–2009) Research Interests: Trotereau explores the intersection of urban environments and design, emphasizing the role of public spaces in shaping interactions. His work investigates how objects and designs can provoke user engagement through functionality and aesthetics. He prioritizes both mass-produced furniture and bespoke, site-specific installations that respond to environmental contexts. Grants & Awards: No scientific awards or grants explicitly mentioned. Advising & Collaborations: Currently mentoring no listed students, but collaborates with colleagues via his East London studio near the Olympic complex, where he develops furniture prototypes and experimental projects. Labs/Teams: Runs a personal studio/workshop in London's East End, focused on prototyping, research, and collaborative design initiatives.