جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Robbert van Renesseمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Distributed Systems
• Fault Tolerance
• Scalability
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Robbert van Renesse is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. He is a member of the Systems and Networking group. His research focuses on distributed systems, particularly fault tolerance and scalability. He co-authored Chain Replication and contributed to projects like Harmony (a model checker for concurrent systems) and EGOS (a minimalist operating system). He has held roles such as Chair of ACM SIGOPS and Editor-in-Chief for ACM Transactions on Computing Systems. His work spans academic contributions, industry collaborations (e.g., Exotanium, Inc.), and over 30 conference/workshop papers annually since the 1990s. Education: M.Sc. (1985) and Ph.D. (1989) in Mathematics/Computer Science from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam under Andrew Tanenbaum. Professional experience includes roles at AT&T Bell Labs, Cornell since 1991, and co-founding companies like Reliable Network Solutions and D.A.G. Labs. Research interests include blockchain technology (e.g., Bitcoin-NG for scalability), consensus protocols (BFT and Turtle consensus), and system frameworks like Ovid and Escher. His publications emphasize distributed algorithms, replication, and security. He advises over 30 Ph.D. students and co-founded Exotanium, Inc. in 2018. Notable contributions: Chain Replication (OSDI 2004), Horus toolkit (commercialized as Sphinx), and foundational work in Amoeba OS. His recent work explores metastable failures and programmable memory segments.

Karol Prudilمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Graphic Design
• Typography
• Book Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karol Prudil is a Slovak graphic designer and typographer serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Visual Communication at the Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Bratislava. His professional practice spans publication design, packaging design, typeface creation, and visual identity development, balancing academic responsibilities with an extensive portfolio of commissioned work for publishers, cultural institutions, and commercial clients across Europe. Prudil's educational foundation includes: Master of Fine Arts from Academy of Fine Arts in Bratislava, Department of Visual Communication (2003-2009) under Doc. Pavel Choma Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague – Font and Typography studio (2008) with František Štorm SOU Polygraphics in Bratislava diploma (1997-2001) His creative research explores materiality in typography, innovative book structures, and the relationship between form and function in visual communication. Prudil has developed several notable typefaces including Klin and its variants, recognized for blending geometric precision with organic, tactile characteristics. His design philosophy emphasizes thoughtful material choices, structural innovation, and creating meaningful user experiences through interactive elements in books and packaging. The recurring themes in his portfolio include spatial relationships in two-dimensional design, material experimentation, and systems that invite user participation across physical and digital media. Analysis of Prudil's publication history reveals consistent exploration of book form boundaries and sophisticated understanding of typography across media. His work bridges historical design traditions with contemporary needs, resulting in conceptually rich yet functionally elegant solutions. The evolution from his early award-winning lie-stand book (2007) to current remini notebook brand demonstrates maturation from experimental forms to sustainable commercial applications while maintaining design integrity. Prudil's professional recognition includes: National Design Award 2009 – Klin Font recognition National Design Award 2007 – interactive book lie-stand recognition As an educator, Prudil conducts workshops on book binding and paper work since 2011, alongside lectures on books, paper, and business development. His teaching emphasizes hands-on material experience while developing conceptual depth. His professional practice operates through the registered brand 'remini' (established 2012), focusing on notebooks and diaries, and through collaborations with publishing houses and cultural institutions including participation in international projects like the SIDEWAYS exhibition at the Venice Architecture Biennale.

Juan Uriagerekaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Syntax
• Biolinguistics
• Formal Language Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Juan Uriagereka is a Professor of Linguistics at the University of Maryland, College Park, affiliated with the School of Languages, Literatures, & Cultures. His work bridges syntax, biolinguistics, and interdisciplinary science, particularly the intersection of language with physics and neurobiology. He co-edited Biolinguistic Investigations and the Formal Language Hierarchy and contributed to foundational research on matrix syntax and third-factor explanations in Minimalist Program theory. Research interests include algebraic syntax, formal language theory, and the neurophysiological underpinnings of linguistic structures. Recent publications explore domestication genomics, syntactic features in vector spaces, and the application of matrix mechanics to syntax. His outreach includes the Maryland Initiative for Literacy and Equity (MILE), advocating for linguistic diversity. He collaborates with researchers like Román Orús (physics) and Antonio Benítez-Burraco (biology), integrating computational models with linguistic theory. His work on 'matrix syntax' proposes novel frameworks for analyzing long-range syntactic correlations, linking syntax to quantum-inspired mathematical models.

Karolina Grzeszczukمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Costume Design
• Set Design
• Responsible Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Karolina Grzeszczuk is a Polish academic and artist working at the University of the Arts Poznan (UAP) as an assistant in the Theatrical Costume Workshop under the Faculty of Interior Design and Scenography. She specializes in responsible design , natural fiber application , and land art while balancing professional work with motherhood since 2017. Initiator and Chief Curator of Poznan Textile Art Biennial Member of Jak Malowana Foundation Council Teaches in UAP's Study in English program Research Interests : Her artistic research focuses on sustainable design practices, including biodegradable textiles , eco-friendly dyeing , and environmental land art . She explores material perception in virtual vs. physical worlds and integrates traditional Polish folk elements with contemporary performance needs. Scientific Awards : 3rd Place, II Land Art Festival 'Naturalia' (2023) 1st Place, I Land Art Festival 'Naturalia' (2019) Artistic Achievements : Professional collaborations include designing costumes for international ballet companies (Polish Royal Ballet, Centre du Ballet Italy), short films, and land art installations. Her works have been presented in Poland, UK, and Italy across 34 performances in 2022 alone.

• Rhythmics
• Movement Interpretation of Music
• Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Anna Galikowska-Gajewska is a distinguished academic at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk, serving as Head of the Department of Rhythmics and Piano Improvisation since 2020. Her expertise lies in in in the intersection of music education and movement interpretation, particularly specializing in 20th/21st century compositions. She holds a professorial title awarded in 2021 following postdoctoral qualifications in rhythmics and dance (2013). Her research focuses on Dalcroze Eurhythmics methodology, exploring how rhythmic-movement interpretations enhance musical expression and pedagogical outcomes. Notable works include a monograph (2012) analyzing Debussy, Cage, and others through movement choreography, which earned international recognition. She has authored 11 scholarly articles published between 2009-2015, addressing topics like sonorist timbres, contemporary composition interpretation, and interdisciplinary applications of eurhythmics. Prof. Galikowska-Gajewska has led over 30 international workshops in Austria, Belgium, China, Estonia, Spain, Serbia, and Switzerland under Erasmus programs. She teaches rhythmics, movement composition, and piano improvisation, while maintaining active roles in art education initiatives like Baltic Science Festival performances and community music projects. Her awards include the Minister of Culture’s Honorary Badge and multiple Rector’s Awards for scholarly contributions. She co-founded and conducts the '441 Hz' Chamber Choir, has recorded CDs of contemporary choral works, and collaborates with institutions like the Polish Chamber Philharmonic. Her pedagogical innovations span pre-school music education through university-level instruction, bridging artistic creation with humanistic values.

Abbi Kennyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Visual Arts
• Painting
• Material Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Abbi Kenny is a Lecturer in the Painting and Drawing program at Purchase College’s School of Art+Design. She holds an MFA in painting from Boston University (2024) and a BFA with honors from the Rhode Island School of Design (2020), where she participated in the European Honors Program in Rome. Email: abigail-1.kenny@purchase.edu Website: abbikenny.com Her artistic practice focuses on alchemical exploration of acrylic paint through techniques like pouring, stenciling, airbrushing, and sanding. Her work thematically engages with family recipes, dining scenes, and kitchenscapes, often blending personal and regional specificity with material experimentation. Recent exhibitions feature works such as Woodman’s II: A Hand, A Man, and A Lobster Roll (2025) and Seeking Direction? (How to: New England Clam Chowder) (2025), showcasing her use of unconventional materials like glitter, glass beads, and natural elements. Key trends include culinary symbolism, automotive heritage, and genealogical storytelling. Scientific Awards & Residencies: Royal Drawing School Dumfries House Estate Residency and Grant (2019) Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant (2022) Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild Artist Residency (2024)

William Wylieمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Photography
• Visual Arts
• Landscape Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

William Wylie is the Commonwealth Professor of Art at the University of Virginia, affiliated with the Department of Art in the School of Architecture. He has been a core faculty member since 2000 and serves as director of the Study Abroad Program in Italy, teaching photography in tandem with art history each summer. His work spans photography and video, exploring how landscapes are transformed by natural and human forces. Research Interests: Wylie’s artistic and scholarly focus lies in landscape transformation, visual perception, and cultural memory. Through long-term photographic projects, he investigates sites ranging from American rivers and highways to ancient ruins in Pompeii and marble quarries in Carrara, Italy. His work blends aesthetic precision with deep engagement in environmental and historical contexts, often highlighting subtle changes in terrain, light, and materiality. His publications and exhibitions reflect a sustained inquiry into how visual media document and interpret place. Themes of temporality, fragility, and human intervention recur across his projects, from Route 36 to Pompeii Archive . His photographic books are widely recognized as significant contributions to contemporary art and visual scholarship. Scientific and Artistic Awards: Guggenheim Fellowship in Photography (2005) VMFA Professional Fellowship (2011) Doran Artist in Residence (Sol LeWitt Foundation and Yale University Art Museum, 2012 and 2015) Mead Honored Faculty Award at UVA (2003) Advising and Grants: While specific advisees are not named, Wylie has mentored numerous students through studio courses, photography instruction, and the Italy Study Abroad Program. He has received competitive fellowships and artist residencies, including at the American Academy in Rome and the Center for Land Use Interpretation, supporting sustained creative research. His work is held in major museum collections, indicating national recognition and institutional support. Labs and Creative Teams: Wylie leads collaborative efforts in the Italy program, integrating photography with art historical study. His studio-based practice involves technical and conceptual development of photographic series, often requiring fieldwork, archival research, and digital or film production. Though not part of a formal lab, his creative team includes collaborators in curation, publishing, and exhibition design.

Robert Greeneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Documentary Filmmaking
• Nonfiction Cinema
• Journalistic Storytelling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Robert Greene is Associate Professor at the University of Missouri, serving in both the Missouri School of Journalism and the College of Arts and Science, with a focus in Film Studies. He is the filmmaker-in-chief at the Jonathan B. Murray Center for Documentary Journalism, where he mentors students and leads creative initiatives in cinematic journalism. His educational background is not explicitly detailed in the text, but his professional trajectory reflects deep training in film and documentary practice. Greene’s research and creative work centers on documentary filmmaking, particularly hybrid and observational forms that blur the lines between reality and performance. His films explore themes of memory, trauma, identity, and social history, often using reenactment and collaborative storytelling. He is a leading voice in contemporary nonfiction cinema, contributing to publications like Sight & Sound and Filmmaker Magazine , and curating film festivals. His recent films, including Procession , Bisbee ’17 , and Kate Plays Christine , demonstrate a consistent focus on ethical storytelling, historical reckoning, and the psychological dimensions of truth. These works have premiered at top festivals like Sundance and Telluride, reflecting a sustained engagement with the highest levels of documentary art. 2020 Provost Outstanding Junior Faculty Teaching Award 2019 Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Research and Creative Activity in the Performing Arts and the Humanities Sundance Film Festival Award (Kate Plays Christine, 2016) Gotham Awards Nominee (Actress, 2014; Kati With An I, 2010) Emmy, Independent Spirit, Peabody, and Academy Award Shortlist (Procession) Best Documentary Nominee – Gotham Awards (Bisbee ’17) Greene is deeply committed to student mentorship, guiding documentary journalism students through year-long capstone film projects, working closely with them in editing and storytelling. His teaching is integrally linked to his creative practice, and he has received recognition for both. There is no mention of external grants, but award stipends (e.g., $3,000 total from the 2019 Chancellor’s Award) support his research. While no formal lab is named, the Murray Center for Documentary Journalism serves as his primary creative and pedagogical hub, functioning as a production and mentoring environment for student and professional documentary work.

Stephen Hillمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Data Analytics
• Sports Analytics
• Supply Chain Analytics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Hill is an Associate Professor of Data Analytics in the Department of Economics, Finance and Quantitative Analysis at the Brock School of Business , Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. He is also the founder of Illumined Analytics, LLC , an analytics education and consulting firm. Education: Ph.D. in Operations Management, University of Alabama (2008) Research Interests: Dr. Hill’s research focuses on the application of analytics techniques across a wide range of domains. His primary areas include: Sports Analytics: Especially in-game win probability models for sports like Canadian football and college football. Supply Chain Analytics: Optimization and modeling in logistics and operations. Education Analytics: Assessing learning outcomes, flipped classroom effectiveness, and use of technology in teaching. Healthcare Analytics: Applying data-driven methods to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. He has published extensively in journals such as the Journal of Business Analytics , focusing on both methodological innovation and practical applications. His 2022 article on win probability models for Canadian football is a notable contribution to sports analytics. Teaching and Professional Contributions: Dr. Hill teaches courses in Advanced Data Analytics and Sports Analytics at Samford University. He has developed and led training programs through Illumined Analytics, LLC , offering analytics education and consulting services to a broader audience. He has also taught internationally and is actively involved in curriculum development for data analytics in business schools. Personal Interests: Beyond academia, Dr. Hill is an avid traveler and photographer. As of August 2024, he has visited 57 countries with a goal of reaching 100. He also enjoys college football and integrates his passion for sports into his research and teaching.

Andrew R. Brownمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Creative AI
• Algorithmic music and art
• Interaction design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew R. Brown is a Professor at Griffith University's Queensland College of Art and Design , with a focus on Creative AI, algorithmic music/art, and interaction design. He leads the Creative Arts Research Institute and co-authored Making Music with Computers: Creative Programming in Python . His research spans computational creativity, digital music tools, and technology's philosophical dimensions. Education : PhD (UQ 2004), Master of Education (U. Melbourne 1993), Graduate Diploma in Computer Science (Deakin 1990), Bachelor of Education (Melbourne CAE 1984). Research Themes : Brown bridges music, computer science, and design through projects like low-cost DIY grooveboxes (OnBoard Quadra), live-coding performance systems, and AI-assisted creative frameworks. His work examines how constraints in technology foster innovation and democratize artistic expression. Recent Publications emphasize accessible electronic instruments, algorithmic pattern generation, and intersections between handmade hardware and digital fabrication. He has secured significant ARC Discovery Project grants and internal university funding for interactive media research. Supervision includes doctoral candidates exploring AI collaboration in art, sonic expression through costume instruments, and open-source design pathways. He also delivered keynotes at ComputationWorld 2019 (Venice) and World Science Festival 2016.

• Germanic Linguistics
• Contrastive Linguistics
• Syntax
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Pierre-Yves Modicom is a University Professor of Germanic Linguistics at the Faculty of Languages, Jean Moulin University Lyon 3. He serves as Director of the Department of German Studies, Head of the LLCER and LEA German degrees, and Vice-President for Internationalization, Europe, and Support for Component Areas. He is also co-facilitator of the 'Description and Modeling' research axis at the Center for Linguistic Studies – Corpus, Discourse and Societies (CELESTES). Research Interests: His primary research areas include Germanic and contrastive linguistics, with a focus on syntax, semantics, pragmatics, discourse markers, modal particles, information structure, and historical development of Germanic languages. He investigates the interplay between grammatical structure and discourse function, especially in older Germanic varieties and heritage language contexts. Recent Publications: His recent scholarly output reflects a strong trend in theoretical and descriptive linguistics, particularly on adverbial categorization, subject properties in Germanic, construction grammar, and discourse particles. He frequently collaborates with scholars such as Olivier Duplâtre and Camille Noûs, and his work appears in leading linguistics series from De Gruyter, John Benjamins, and Peter Lang. Scientific Contributions: He has contributed to interdisciplinary debates, including the impact of neoliberalism on science and the epistemology of linguistic knowledge. His publications span monographs, edited volumes, peer-reviewed journal articles, and book chapters in French, English, and German. Advising and Leadership: While no specific advisees are listed, he holds significant academic leadership roles, including training management for international degrees and research coordination. He is actively involved in professional associations like the Association of Germanists in Higher Education, where he served as national treasurer from 2018 to 2021. Laboratories and Teams: He is affiliated with CELESTES (Centre d'Études Linguistiques - Corpus, Discours et Sociétés) and the Cogitamus Laboratory, contributing to research on linguistic modeling, corpus-based analysis, and cognitive approaches to language.

Sašo Živanovićمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Semantics
• Quantification
• Phonology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sašo Živanović is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Comparative and General Linguistics, Faculty of Arts, University of Ljubljana. He holds a PhD in General Linguistics (2007) and a Diploma in Theoretical Mathematics (2002), and has been continuously employed at the university since 2007. His educational background reflects an interdisciplinary approach, combining mathematical rigor with linguistic theory. This foundation supports his research at the intersection of formal linguistics and computational methods. Živanović's research spans theoretical linguistics with particular emphasis on semantics (especially quantification), phonology, and syntax. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on the formal properties of language structure, with publications ranging from theoretical explorations of logical form to practical applications in linguistic documentation. His recent work shows increasing integration of computational approaches, particularly through his development of specialized LaTeX packages for linguistic research. Analysis of his publication record reveals a dual trajectory: theoretical contributions to linguistic theory (particularly in Slavic languages) and practical tools for linguistic documentation and analysis. His most recent publications demonstrate growing interest in computational linguistics and the development of specialized software tools for linguistic research. Živanović maintains an active presence in both academic and open-source communities, with significant contributions to the LaTeX ecosystem through packages like Memoize, Forest, and SignDraw that address specific needs in linguistic research and publication. As an educator, he teaches courses including Phonetics and Phonology, Linguistic Typology, Modern Linguistic Theories, and LaTeX for Linguists, demonstrating his commitment to equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical technical skills essential for contemporary linguistic research.

• Graphic Design
• Applied Graphics
• Computer Graphics
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Iliya Kozhuharov, PhD, serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Cinema, Advertising and Show Business at New Bulgarian University (NBU), teaching courses including "Advertising in Action" and "Design and Branding" with office hours held in I Building room 124. His academic credentials feature: Master's degree in Graphic and Spatial Design (2005) Doctoral dissertation on "Graphic Design as a Means of Brand Building" defended at NBU (2013) Appointment as Associate Professor in Theater and Film Arts (Cinema Studies) at NBU (2018) Prof. Kozhuharov's research integrates practical design applications with cultural theory , specializing in visual communication across print media (books, magazines, posters), digital platforms, and cinematic contexts. His work examines how graphic design constructs brand identity through historical analysis of Bulgarian cinema and contemporary advertising practices, emphasizing the interplay between aesthetics, cultural narratives, and commercial functionality. His publication timeline reveals an evolution from consumer branding case studies (2011) toward institutional and cinematic applications (2014-2015). Collectively, these works establish connections between theoretical art history frameworks and practical visual identity systems, with recurring emphasis on Eastern European design contexts and cross-media branding coherence. Prof. Kozhuharov actively mentors students through exhibition curation ("Local Identity", "Corporate Identity") and serves as academic mentor for NBU's Student Practices program. His project portfolio includes visual development of the NBU Brand Book, curriculum modernization initiatives under the Operational Program "Human Resources Development", and collaborations with the Regional Historical Museum - Ruse on interdisciplinary training programs.

• Contemporary visual arts
• Sculpture (historical and contemporary)
• Site and place based practice
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Louise Palmer is a Senior Lecturer in Fine Arts at the University of Canterbury's School of Fine Arts, Faculty of Arts, where she has been employed since January 17, 2005. As a New Zealand artist based in Ōtautahi (Christchurch), she actively exhibits and curates in New Zealand and Australia. Her research explores intersections of sculptural conventions with personal narratives, employing casting and site-specificity to examine contemporary sculpture's role in redefining meanings of everyday objects and places. Education: BFA, University of Canterbury, Christchurch (1993-1996) MVA, University of Sydney, Australia (2001-2002) Research Focus: Palmer's interdisciplinary practice bridges sculpture, feminist art histories, and expanded drawing methodologies. Her work investigates: Material transformations of personal residues Artist-curator dual roles in exhibition-making Feminist reinterpretations of place and objecthood Drawing as critical research tool Intergenerational dialogues in art practice Awards: Grace Butler Memorial Foundation Award (2021) Advising: Supervises 16+ research students in MFA and postgraduate programs, with projects spanning feminist art, materiality studies, and digital-aesthetic intersections. Current supervisions include 'Cycles of Negentropy' (Waterson) and 'Interventions in Catholic Materiality' (van der Linden). Professional Service: SoFA Gallery Committee Member (2006-present) Art Acquisitions Committee, University of Canterbury (2000-2005) Board Director, Peloton Gallery Sydney (2000-2005) Editor, 'All Over the Show' (2000-2005)

• Creative Writing
• Literature
• Popular Culture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Val Pexton is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of English at the University of Wyoming since 2001. She specializes in creative writing and teaches courses such as First-Year Seminar: Zombies, Literature, Media, and Culture, and Intro to Fiction Writing. Her research interests include popular culture, dystopian narratives, and literary genres. Pexton has been recognized with awards including the Fred Slater Teaching Award (2006) and Wyoming Arts Council Fellowships (2009, 2016). Education: MFA (Creative Writing, UW), MA (English, UW), BA (Studio Art, Humboldt State) Her publications span creative short fiction in journals like Copper Nickel and Drunk Monkeys , exploring themes from post-apocalyptic storytelling to existential symbolism. She actively engages with contemporary literary trends through conference presentations on zombies in media and pedagogy. Awards: Mortar Board’s Top Prof (2006), Glimmertrain Honorable Mention (2015) Pexton’s advising focuses on nurturing student creativity in writing programs. She maintains active participation in literary communities through digital platforms and campus initiatives.