جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Hélène Visentinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern Literature
• French Intellectuals
• Digital Humanities
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hélène Visentin is a Professor of French Studies at Smith College , specializing in early modern literature, performing arts history, and digital humanities. She has taught courses on language and culture, Paris as a cultural capital, and French intellectuals. Education: Doctorat from Université de Paris-Sorbonne, Diplôme d'Études Approfondies from Université de la Sorbonne Nouvelle, and B.A./M.A. from University of Montreal. Her research examines the intersection of art and power in seventeenth-century France, particularly through machine theater and Baroque performance . She actively integrates digital humanities into teaching, co-developing a pedagogical edition of La Princesse de Clèves with interactive tools. Recent publications focus on Corneille's tragedies , Italian-French opera connections , and political symbolism in royal entries , demonstrating her interdisciplinary approach combining textual analysis with stage design and urban history . Visentin also served as Associate Dean for Academic Development (2020-2025), directing graduate programs and advancing faculty equity initiatives.

John Fassمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• User Experience Design
• Interaction Design
• Digital Interfaces
• +۶ مورد دیگر

John Fass is a Senior Lecturer in MA User Experience Design at the London College of Communication, part of University of the Arts London. He also serves as a Course Leader for the MA User Experience Design program and previously led the BA Hons Information and Interface Design program. Additionally, he holds positions as a Post Doctoral Research Fellow and Visiting Lecturer at the Royal College of Art. His educational background includes a PhD from the Royal College of Art (2018, AHRC funded), an MRes with Distinction in Information Environments from London College of Communication, and a BA (Hons) in Photography, Film, Video and Animation from West Surrey College of Art and Design. Fass's research focuses on digital experiences, technology production cultures, and the politics of digital interfaces. His work explores how digital interfaces mediate human perceptions of self, friends, and the world, with particular attention to the power dynamics between service providers and users. He employs design methods to elicit personal interpretations of digital experiences, such as having people draw comic book versions of their browser history. His research output spans topics including digital news, internet culture, citation methods, data visualization, and the relationship between UX designers and machine learning data scientists. His most recent work involves designerly abstractions and sensitizing concepts in the context of digital experiences. Fellow of the Royal Society for the Arts (RSA) Member of the Design Research Society Fass has presented research at major conferences including CHI, NordiCHI, DIS, and IEEE Vis. He has extensive professional experience, having worked with clients such as Google, Arup, TED, Universal Music, and IBM. His work has been exhibited at institutions including The Photographers Gallery, FACT, Moderna Museet, and Bozar. He has also been a visiting lecturer at the Bartlett School of Architecture, Leicester University, ECAL+EPFL, and Bauhaus Oassau.

• Digital Humanities
• Digital Editions
• Text Processing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christine Grundig is a Researcher at the University of Zurich's Institute of Art History, where she has contributed to the SNSF research project 'Heinrich Wölfflin's Collected Works' since October 2017 under Prof. Tristan Weddigen's chair. She plays a pivotal role in advancing Digital Humanities through both research and teaching, currently contributing to the swissuniversities P8 project (2021-2024) focused on systematic integration of digital skills into humanities education. Her academic journey began with studies in German and English for teaching at grammar schools at Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg, where she earned a Master's degree specializing in Older German Literature. She completed her dissertation on 'On Making a Fool. Authorship and Paratextuality in European Ships of Fools around 1500' under Prof. Dr. Joachim Hamm, scheduled for publication in 2023. Prior to Zurich, she held teaching and research positions at the University of Würzburg (2013-2017). Dr. Grundig's research bridges computational methods with humanities scholarship, focusing on digital editions, text/image processing, and OCR for historical documents. Her work demonstrates how digital tools can transform traditional humanities research while maintaining scholarly rigor. She has particular expertise in applying OCR4all and Transkribus to analyze medieval literary traditions, especially the 'Ship of Fools' corpus across European contexts. Her publication record reveals a clear interdisciplinary trajectory, with her 2019 Applied Sciences paper on OCR4all representing significant methodological contribution to historical document processing, while her literary studies publications demonstrate deep engagement with paratextuality and adaptation in medieval literature. This dual focus makes her work valuable to both computer scientists developing humanities applications and traditional scholars seeking new analytical approaches. Co-developer of OCR4all open-source tool for historical document processing Key contributor to digital edition of Heinrich Wölfflin's works Developer of curriculum for Digital Humanities education across multiple institutions Specialist in medieval literature with focus on the 'Ship of Fools' tradition Through her teaching modules, Dr. Grundig systematically introduces humanities students to essential digital skills including relational databases, automatic text recognition, and digital scholarly editions. Her approach emphasizes both practical application and critical reflection, helping students understand not just how to use digital tools but also their limitations and implications for humanities scholarship. Her work represents an important bridge between traditional humanities disciplines and emerging digital methodologies.

Greg Maguireمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Animation
• Facial Animation
• 3D Animation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Greg Maguire serves as Professor of Animation at Belfast School of Art, Ulster University. His work bridges academic research and industry practice in animation and visual effects. His research interests focus on facial animation, 3D animation techniques, and AI applications in animation . Key areas include deep learning for audio-driven facial animation, spectral mesh processing, and the intersection of animation with literary adaptation. His work demonstrates strong industry relevance through collaborations with major studios. Professor Maguire's recent publications reveal trends toward AI integration in animation pipelines , with significant focus on facial animation systems and neural network applications. His work spans academic research (peer-reviewed articles) and industry practice (game development, visual effects). Professor Maguire actively promotes industry-academia collaboration through initiatives like Northern Ireland's animation cluster 'Toody Threedy' and partnerships with Northern Ireland Screen, Skillset, and US-based companies. His work includes developing flexible learning programs for animation professionals. He has established significant industry connections through work with Lucasfilm Animation, Industrial Light & Magic, and Walt Disney Feature Animation, contributing to major productions including Avatar and Harry Potter films.

• Language Didactics
• Digital Writing
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Radia Hannachi is a Senior Lecturer in Language Didactics at the University of Franche-Comté, affiliated with the research team Heritage and Creation in Text and Image (HCTI). Her work bridges language pedagogy and digital innovation, emphasizing: AI-driven writing assessment and generative tools Multimodal grammar instruction Collaborative digital literacy frameworks Her research, often co-authored with international collaborators, examines technology's role in reshaping language education. Recent publications highlight trends in generative AI applications, scientific text simplification, and social media discourse analysis. She actively contributes to CLEF initiatives, focusing on accessibility in academic communication. Key research domains include: Language Didactics : Active learning methodologies enhanced by digital tools Digital Writing : From mind mapping to AI-assisted co-creation Multimodal Communication : Integrating text, image, and data visualization She maintains a focus on practical pedagogical innovations, as evidenced in her development of virtual collaborative environments and strategies for technology integration in curricula.

Lubomir Ivanovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Language Processing
• Authorship Attribution
• Virtual Reality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lubomir Ivanov is a Professor of Computer Science and current Chair of the Computer Science Department at Iona University, where he also serves as Game Development Coordinator and primary contact for all undergraduate programs. He joined Iona in 1999 after completing his academic training at Stevens Institute of Technology and has established himself as a versatile educator teaching courses ranging from computer architecture to virtual reality development. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Stevens Institute of Technology M.S. in Computer Science, Stevens Institute of Technology B.S. in Computer Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology Dr. Ivanov's research demonstrates exceptional interdisciplinary breadth, with dual pillars in Natural Language Processing and Applied Virtual Reality . His NLP work pioneers authorship attribution techniques using linguistic features from phonetic patterns (alliteration, assonance) to semantic dimensions (abstractness/concreteness), particularly for historical texts like Thomas Paine's writings. Simultaneously, his VR research creates impactful educational tools, including anti-bullying simulators with facial-expression recognition and mental health applications for non-suicidal self-injury assistance, reflecting strong collaborations with psychology departments. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2016-2024) reveals an evolving trajectory: early work focused on phonetic features for authorship analysis, progressively incorporating semantic and sentiment features, while his VR research matured from basic environments to sophisticated systems integrating real-time facial recognition and user experience optimization. Both strands consistently address real-world problems through computational methods. Scientific Awards: None mentioned in source material. Dr. Ivanov actively mentors students on research projects including the 'Bully' virtual environment and NSSI assistance software, securing collaborative grants with psychology departments. His leadership extends to university governance through the Faculty Senate and previous department chairmanship (2006-2009), alongside curriculum development for game development courses targeting non-CS majors. He directs a cross-disciplinary research ecosystem centered on the Game Development concentration, integrating computer science with education and psychology to create socially impactful technologies through ongoing VR and NLP innovation.

Jenny Björklundمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender Studies
• Queer Theory
• Motherhood Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jenny Björklund is a Professor of Gender Studies and Director of the Center for Gender Studies at Uppsala University. She received her doctorate in literary studies from Uppsala University in 2004 and has taught and researched at multiple institutions including Stockholm University, Linnaeus University, and UCLA. Her primary research interests include: Reproductive decisions and climate change Childlessness/childfreedom studies Motherhood studies Queer readings of literature Literature and gender across 20th-21st century Björklund's research investigates how climate change intersects with family formation and reproductive decisions. She has published on parenthood representations in Swedish climate fiction and collaborates with reproductive health researchers on how people reason about reproductive choices in relation to environmental crises. She leads the project 'Reproductive Choices in the Age of Climate Change,' examining family formation discussions in media and civil society. Her work on non-motherhood challenges the involuntary/voluntary childlessness binary, bringing together perspectives from literature, cultural studies, gender studies, and sociology. She edited 'Negotiating Non-Motherhood: Representations, Perceptions, and Experiences' (Palgrave Macmillan, 2024). Björklund has made significant contributions to queer readings of Swedish literature through monographs like 'Lesbianism in Swedish Literature: An Ambiguous Affair' (2014) and 'Maternal Abandonment and Queer Resistance in Twenty-First-Century Swedish Literature' (2021). Her research on mothers who abandon families utilizes queer theoretical frameworks that explore failure as resistance against societal norms like pronatalism and nuclear families. From 2021-2024, she led a work package in MotherNet, a European motherhood research network funded by EU's Horizon 2020. Between 2012-2020, she co-edited the Nordic LGBTQ journal lambda nordica with Ulrika Dahl.

• Mexican Cultural Studies
• Latinx Representation
• State Violence in Media
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jose Badillo Carlos serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of World Languages within the College of Arts & Sciences at Queens University of Charlotte. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Hispanic and Cultural Studies from Michigan State University, complemented by advanced degrees in Spanish Language and Literature from Northern Illinois University. Ph.D., Hispanic and Cultural Studies, Michigan State University M.S., Spanish Language and Literature, Northern Illinois University B.A., Spanish Language and Literature, Northern Illinois University Dr. Badillo Carlos specializes in the analysis of Mexican cultural productions examining state violence and corruption through contemporary literature, music, and film. His research particularly focuses on narcocorridos (drug ballads), cinematic satires like Luis Estrada's works, and representations of Chicanx/Latinx communities in media and higher education. He actively investigates how violence manifests in cultural narratives through mediums ranging from Narcos to Breaking Bad , while connecting these analyses to broader societal structures. His recent work has expanded into digital humanities, exploring AI integration in language pedagogy and technological tools for translation learning. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with Mexican political representation across multiple platforms—peer-reviewed publications in MIFLC Review and Aula lírica , book reviews, and frequent conference presentations at venues like SAMLA and MIFLC. These works collectively trace evolving methodologies from traditional literary analysis toward digital scholarship. Summer Support Fellowship (Michigan State University, $4,500.00, 2021) Dissertation Completion Fellowship (Michigan State University, $8,000.00, 2019) Dr. Johannes Sachse Memorial Award (Michigan State University, $1,128.00, 2018) Outstanding Graduate Student Award (Northern Illinois University, 2014) As an active academic citizen, Dr. Badillo Carlos serves as Faculty Advisor for the Latin American Student Organization (LASO), sits on Queens' Student Experience Committee, and contributes to editorial boards including Revista Letral and Label Me Latina/o Journal . He produces the student-centered podcast Descubriendo Momentos , which highlights student narratives both on and off campus. His community engagement extends to keynote speeches for organizations like ORGULLO at JELD-WEN and Somos Uno for Tepper Sports & Entertainment, where he addresses Latino representation in Hollywood and immigration policy impacts.

• Translation Studies
• Literary Translation
• Translator Style
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Renata Kamenická, Ph.D. , born January 5, 1970 in Brno, is an active Assistant Professor at the Department of English and American Studies, Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University. She has held this position continuously since November 2005, following an earlier appointment from 1996-1999 (with maternity leave from 1999-2005). Her academic home is firmly established at Masaryk University where she contributes to both teaching and research missions. Dr. Kamenická earned her Ph.D. in translation studies from Charles University in Prague (2007), an M.A. in English Language and Literature from Masaryk University (1996), and an Mgr. in teaching mathematics and physics from Masaryk University's Faculty of Science (1993). Her academic journey reflects a strong foundation in both linguistic studies and pedagogical training. Her research centers on translation theory with particular focus on explicitation and implicitation phenomena in literary translation, translator style, and cultural conceptualizations across languages. She has developed significant expertise in contrastive English-Czech analysis, investigating how linguistic structures and cultural concepts transfer between these languages. Her work bridges theoretical translation studies with practical applications in translation pedagogy, examining how translation universals manifest in both professional and student work. Recent research extends into digital translation environments, exploring the implications of machine translation and post-editing in contemporary translation practice. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2014-2024) reveals a consistent trajectory from traditional literary translation studies toward more technologically engaged research. While maintaining her core interest in translator behavior and stylistic choices, she has increasingly addressed machine translation outputs, post-editing practices, and the cognitive dimensions of translation in digital environments. Her work demonstrates sophisticated methodology combining corpus analysis, contrastive linguistics, and cognitive approaches to examine both intralingual and interlingual translation phenomena. Dr. Kamenická has served on editorial boards for Brno Studies in English (since 2008) and Philologica Pragensia (since 2008), and has provided peer reviews for the Ostrava Journal of English Philology . Her university activities include leading student subtitling workshops in collaboration with Cinema Mundi festival and supervising student translations for anthologies. Her teaching portfolio is extensive, including a two-semester Translation Theory course, Text and Discourse Analysis for Master's students in Translation Studies, literary translation courses focusing on style, and specialized workshops on poetry translation, subtitling, and translation universals. She has also presented internationally, including at the University of Eastern Finland (2010) and provided training for translators at the European Commission's Translation Directorate-General in Luxembourg (2010, 2011).

• Dutch Language Studies
• Phonetics
• Phonology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marta Kostelecká is an Assistant Professor at the Department of German, Nordic and Dutch Studies within the Faculty of Arts at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic. Her academic work focuses primarily on Dutch language studies, particularly in the areas of phonetics, phonology, and translation. She has been actively involved in various academic activities including teaching, research, and organizing workshops related to Dutch language and literature. Dr. Kostelecká's research interests span several key areas: Comparative phonetics of Dutch and Czech languages Pronunciation challenges for Czech speakers learning Dutch Translation studies, particularly literary translation Speech intelligibility of non-native Dutch speakers Language teaching methodologies for Dutch as a foreign language Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the practical aspects of Dutch language acquisition by Czech speakers, with particular attention to phonetic and phonological challenges. She has extensively researched issues related to connected speech, omitted sounds, assimilation processes, and the intelligibility of Czech speakers of Dutch at various proficiency levels. Dr. Kostelecká has also made significant contributions to translation studies, examining both human and machine translation approaches and the role of various actors in the literary translation process. Dr. Kostelecká has been actively involved in organizing academic events, including the DCC Summer School, workshops on translator visibility, and the Translation Day celebrating 75 years of Dutch studies in Brno. She has collaborated with colleagues such as Veronika Horáčková and Sofie Rose-Anne W. Royeaerd on numerous projects and publications.