جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Guy Wallisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Visual neuroscience
• Object recognition
• Visuomotor control
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Guy Wallis is a Professor and Director of Research at the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Queensland. He is also an Affiliate of the Centre for Sensorimotor Performance. His work bridges visual neuroscience, computational modeling, and applied human factors research, with significant contributions to understanding visual recognition and visuomotor behavior. Education: Bachelor (Honours) of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Imperial College London PhD in Visual Neuroscience from University of Oxford, UK Prof. Wallis's research program combines computational modeling with behavioral studies, many conducted in computer-controlled virtual environments. His work spans visual neuroscience, object recognition, visuomotor control, and simulator-based training. He has made significant theoretical contributions to understanding how visual recognition is achieved in biological systems and how everyday visuomotor tasks are regulated, challenging existing paradigms and offering new insights. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on virtual reality applications, visual-motor integration challenges, and cross-species cognitive studies. There's a clear trend toward investigating how virtual environments can be optimized for training and assessment, with particular attention to visual perception limitations and how humans adapt to these environments across diverse contexts from surgical training to aviation. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Elected Fellow of the Queensland Academy of Arts and Sciences (2022) ARC Medical Research Advisory Group (2022-2024) ARC College of Experts (2019-2021) CSIRO CSS Human Research Ethics Committee member (2020-2022) UQ Health and Behavioural Sciences Faculty, HDR Supervision Award (2018) ARC Future Fellowship (2011-2014) ARC QEII Fellowship (2003-2007) UQ Postdoctoral Fellowship (2001-2003) Prof. Wallis has successfully secured funding from major organizations including the Australian Research Council, the Human Frontier Science Program, and the Wellcome Trust. His industry partnerships span diverse sectors such as construction training, mining, healthcare, and aerospace. His research has led to the development of novel training programs for health professionals, impacted the design of man-machine interfaces for mining equipment, and informed the design parameters for pilot training systems. As Director of Research, he oversees the research direction of the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and supporting early-career researchers through his leadership in the Centre for Sensorimotor Performance.

David Sewellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Attention
• Learning
• Memory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Sewell is a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Head of School (Teaching & Learning) at the School of Psychology, The University of Queensland. His research focuses on attention, learning, memory, and decision-making, with a strong emphasis on formal mathematical models of human cognition. He is affiliated with the Centre for Perception and Cognitive Neuroscience within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences. Education: Bachelor (Honours) of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy, both from the University of Western Australia. David's research explores the intersection of cognitive psychology and computational modeling. Key areas include perceptual decision-making, attentional mechanisms, and the application of diffusion models to understand cognitive processes. His work also extends to sustainability and collective self-regulation through cognitive frameworks. The 15 most recent articles highlight his contributions to modeling decision thresholds in memory prioritization, analyzing gaze cueing effects, and investigating neural correlates of confidence in multisensory decisions. Collaborative projects frequently involve interdisciplinary approaches, combining neuroscience, psychology, and computational methods. He has supervised multiple PhD candidates, serving as Principal or Associate Advisor, with research topics ranging from visual categorization to metacognition in children. Current and past funding includes ARC Discovery Projects on collective self-regulation and category learning constraints.

• Theology
• Philosophy of Religion
• Cognitive Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Judith Wolfe is a Research Fellow at the Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry, part of the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy. Her work bridges theology, philosophy, and cognitive science, focusing on religious imagination, narrative theory, and the intersection of art and meaning. She explores how biblical narratives shape theological understanding and investigates the cognitive effects of engaging with art and fiction. Her interdisciplinary approach addresses questions of perception, emotion, and the role of faith in contemporary contexts. Her research interests include the philosophical underpinnings of religious attitudes, the role of narrative in transmitting knowledge, and the empirical study of religious experience. Notable contributions address topics like the buffering effect of fiction on negative emotions, cross-modal associations in art, and the renewal of perception through religious faith. Wolfe has collaborated extensively with scholars such as Marina Iosifyan on studies of art perception and narrative engagement. Her publications span journal articles and edited volumes, reflecting her commitment to advancing interdisciplinary dialogue between theology, philosophy, and empirical research.

Lisa Kervinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Childhood Education
• Digital Literacy
• Child Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Lisa Kervin is a leading academic in early childhood education at the University of Wollongong (UOW), serving as Director of Early Start Research and holding a Professorial appointment in the School of Education. Her research focuses on young children’s literate practices, play-based learning, and digital technology integration in education. She leads the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child and has secured significant funding, including a 2025 ARC Future Fellowship exploring intergenerational play. Kervin was honored as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 2024 for contributions to early childhood digital literacy research. She has supervised over 35 research students, many now in academic and leadership roles, and currently oversees seven doctoral candidates. Her work bridges theory and practice through collaborations with educators and industry partners, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to child development and policy influence globally. Education: PhD in Language and Literacy from UOW (2001–2004). Professional roles include Principal Fellow of the Australian Literacy Educators’ Association and Director qualifications from the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Her research spans digital childhood ethics, play pedagogy, and literacy curriculum design, with outputs impacting government policies and international educational frameworks. Ongoing projects include the ‘DigIQ’ program promoting digital literacy and ‘Playgroups for All Ages’ fostering intergenerational engagement. Grants and collaborations involve partnerships across six universities and 33 global organizations. Her teaching innovations include the Early Childhood Elevate Mentoring Program to support educators’ academic progression. Kervin’s work addresses critical issues like screen time impacts, STEAM education, and culturally responsive pedagogies, positioning her as a key voice in 21st-century early childhood education.

Alexander Hunterمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Open/Non-linear Music
• Open Music Notation
• Spectralism
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Dr. Alexander Hunter is a Lecturer and Composition Convenor at the School of Music, Australian National University (ANU). He holds a PhD in composition from Edinburgh Napier University (2014) and has taught composition, theory, and music history since relocating to Canberra in 2014. Hunter founded ANU's Experimental Music Studio, focusing on open-form compositions that engage performers in fluid interpretive roles. His research spans open musical forms, spectralism, acoustic ecology, and intersectional feminism, with a commitment to disability and autistic advocacy in the arts. Education includes studies at Northern Illinois University (BA 2006) and HNC from Colaisde Bheinn na Faoghla (2007). His work integrates multimedia collaborations with artists like Mike Parr and Martyn Jolly, exploring themes of dis/ability, environmental health, and Métis cultural heritage. Key projects include Helping the River Sing (2018–2021), linking river health with artistic expression, and AI-driven music composition research with Charles Martin. Hunter’s performance-led projects often involve magic lantern technology, reimagining 19th-century projection as a medium for contemporary ecological and historical narratives. Research interests also encompass New York School music, reductionist improvisation, and anarchist philosophies in composition. His collaborations with ensembles like Ensemble Dal Niente and the Edinburgh Quartet highlight his commitment to experimental performance practices. Recent publications (2023–2025) explore AI applications in music creation and interdisciplinary performance frameworks.

• Sound Design
• Audiovisual Art
• Multisensory Experience
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Darrin Verhagen is an award-winning sound designer and composer at RMIT University's School of Design, where he teaches in the Sound Design specialization within the Digital Media Program and directs the Audiokinetic Experiments (AkE) Lab. His academic work bridges creative practice with scientific inquiry into multisensory perception. Verhagen's research centers on the neurobiology of aesthetic experience, particularly exploring how sound interacts with vision, movement, and vibration. His work in the AkE Lab utilizes motion simulators, 4D cinema seating, and light to create installations that investigate the relationship between hearing, vision, movement and vibration. His academic background includes postgraduate research on musical extremes - lowercase sound for his Masters and Noise for his Doctorate. His creative output spans sound design for contemporary dance, theatre, installation, film, television and computer games. Verhagen has released over 20 albums internationally and performs audiovisual live shows globally. He was founder and curator of Dorobo records, which showcased Australian sound art for 15 years. Industry collaborations include work with Melbourne Theatre Company, Malthouse, Chunky Move, Australian Dance Theatre, and others. Notable awards include multiple Green Room Awards for Sound Design, Australian Academy of Cinema & Television Arts award finalist status, APRA Art Music awards finalist for experimental music, RMIT Research Award for technical innovation, and RMIT Teaching Award for excellence in teaching practice. Verhagen's supervision projects reveal a trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated explorations of sound in relation to space, perception, and human experience, with recent work focusing on transdisciplinary design, spatial sound applications, distributed audio systems, and vocal ecology. His work consistently bridges artistic practice with technological innovation and scientific inquiry into perceptual phenomena.

• Specialist Studies in Education
• Artificial Intelligence and Image Processing
• Cognitive Sciences
• +۵ مورد دیگر

James Calvert is a Senior Lecturer in Animation at the University of South Australia’s UniSA Creative. With 20 years of industry experience, he founded The People’s Republic of Animation and Six Foot Kid, specializing in animation, VR, and video games. His PhD focused on narrative VR for education, yielding publications in Q1 journals like Computers & Education and Virtual Reality , alongside the VR documentary Thin Ice VR , which highlights climate change impacts in Antarctica. Education & Research: James holds a PhD by Publication from Torrens University Australia, emphasizing narrative VR’s educational applications. His research spans Specialist Studies in Education, AI-driven Image Processing, and Cognitive Sciences, with a practice-based approach to embodied narrative VR design. Research Themes: Immersive educational VR experiences Educational impact of narrative design in VR Climate change communication through VR Student engagement and knowledge transfer Awards & Recognition: Academic: Australian Teachers of Media Awards 2022 (Best Screen Production), Torrens University HDR Research Commendation 2020 Industry: Multiple VR/Animation accolades including Barcelona Planet Film Festival 2022, Cannes Worldwide Film Festival 2022 Collaborations & Grants: Worked with institutions like the South Australian Film Corporation and Adelaide Film Festival. Key projects include Thin Ice VR (exhibited globally) and Kokoda VR , exploring historical empathy through immersive narratives. Labs/Teams: Part of UniSA Creative, a hub for interdisciplinary research in creative technologies and education.

Sadia Nawazمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• AI in Education
• Learning Analytics
• Educational Technology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Sadia Nawaz is a Lecturer at the Department of Human Centred Computing at Monash University, with expertise in AI in education, learning analytics, and educational technology. She holds a PhD in Computing and Information Systems from the University of Melbourne (2015–2021), an MSECE from Purdue University (2010–2011), and prior degrees in Electronics Engineering and Telecommunication. Her research focuses on AI ethics, simulation-based learning, and the integration of psychometric techniques with learning analytics. She has contributed to projects like the 2025 ICT initiative on EDI in curriculum development. Her recent work emphasizes ethical AI adoption in education, curriculum analytics, and VR applications. She has published widely on topics such as student perceptions of AI, embodied learning in VR, and the impact of workplace bullying. Sadia actively contributes to academic journals and conferences, including the International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Education and IEEE Transactions on Education . Key projects include leading a 2025 initiative to integrate equity, diversity, and inclusion into ICT education using GenAI. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education. She is also engaged in teaching and supervising students, emphasizing hands-on approaches and adaptive learning strategies.

Matthew Butlerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Inclusive Technologies
• Accessible Graphics
• Assistive Technologies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthew Butler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human-Centred Computing at Monash University's Faculty of Information Technology. His research focuses on Inclusive Technologies , particularly improving access to visual information for people who are blind or have low vision (BLV) through innovations like 3D printing, conversational agents, and multisensory interfaces. He has over 20 years of academic experience and held leadership roles including Deputy Dean (Education) and Associate Dean (Learning and Teaching). Education: PhD in Computing Education (Monash University, 2010) Graduate Certificate of Higher Education (Monash University, 2006) Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Engineering, Monash University, 1996) Research Interests: Matthew’s work emphasizes participatory design with the BLV community, addressing challenges in data exploration, orientation/mobility, arts/culture access, and education . Key projects include accessible data visualization systems, inclusive museum experiences, and tactile navigation tools. His contributions align with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to education and disability inclusion. Grants & Projects: Accessible Data Exploration and Analysis for Blind People (Australian Research Council, 2023–2027) Inclusive Gallery Experiences: Bendigo Art Gallery Project (Helen Macpherson Smith Trust, 2019–2022) Co-leads the Monash Assistive Technology and Society Centre’s Education Pillar Awards: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Labs/Teams: Active contributor to Monash’s Assistive Technology and Society research initiatives, focusing on multisensory design for disability inclusion.

• Children’s Art
• Outsider Art
• Fake Poetry and Fine Art
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Phil Edwards is a Lecturer in the School of Art at RMIT University, specializing in interdisciplinary art practices that explore hybridity, cultural critique, and contemporary artistic expression. His research spans children’s art, outsider art, and the intersection of fine art with everyday aesthetics. He holds a Master’s degree examining innate aesthetic tendencies in everyday object assemblages and a PhD analyzing the role of audio CDs in fine art culture. Research Interests: Edwards focuses on six core themes: children’s art/outsider art’s relationship to formal painting, fake poetry integration in visual art, alchemy as metaphor, music brut, temporality in hybrid art forms, and abstract landscape painting. His creative works often blend digital media (e.g., Instagram-based projects) with traditional techniques. Teaching & Supervision: Edwards supervises Masters and PhD students in research topics like border identity visualizations (Maria Penne’s DFA project). He actively mentors projects such as An Exploration of Zen-inspired Poetic Nature Painting and Museum of Emotion . Exhibitions & Projects: His works include installations like Museum of Platitudes AND Aphorisms and digital projects such as Continual Instagram Painting . He frequently exhibits in venues like the c3 Art Gallery and George Paton Gallery, emphasizing public engagement and conceptual depth.

Natasha Matthewsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Cognitive Control
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Schizophrenia
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Dr Natasha Matthews is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Psychology , The University of Queensland, and an affiliate of the Centre for Perception and Cognitive Neuroscience . Her research explores the intersection of cognitive neuroscience, developmental psychology, and clinical applications. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Newcastle Research Interests: Dr Matthews investigates cognitive control mechanisms, metacognition, and neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD and schizophrenia. She examines how private speech aids self-regulation in children, the long-term effects of mild traumatic brain injury on working memory, and mindfulness-based interventions for pain management. Her work bridges neuroscience and educational psychology to improve academic wellbeing in adolescents. Recent Article Trends: Recent publications focus on adolescent metacognition and academic wellbeing, neurophysiological alterations in ADHD, preschool children's self-regulatory strategies, and media multitasking across the lifespan. Methodologies include behavioral experiments, electrophysiological analysis, and dataset validation for metacognitive assessments. Supervision & Funding: Dr Matthews supervises PhD projects on mind wandering, social cognition, and metacognition in adolescence. Current funding includes an ARC Discovery Project (2025-2028) and an Education Horizon Grant (2024-2025).

Nicole Lesley Gardnerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Digital Transformation
• Urban Technology
• Computational Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nicole Lesley Gardner is a Registered Architect (NSW ARB 7921) and Program Director of Computational Design at the School of Built Environment, UNSW Sydney . Her interdisciplinary research examines digital transformation in architecture, urban technology, and the ethics of smart cities. A Chief Investigator for the $9M Australian Research Council (ARC) Industrial Transformation Training Centre , she has led multiple Commonwealth-funded grants and co-authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications. Education: PhD in Architecture (UTS 2018), Bachelor of Architecture (Adelaide 2000), Bachelor of Design Studies (Adelaide 1998) Leadership: Chair of CAADRIA 2024 , co-editor of CAADRIA Post-Carbon proceedings (2022) Research Interests span computational design, smart city paradigms, and digital transformation in the AEC sector. Her work integrates ethical frameworks, gender dynamics, and material innovation in urban technology, with a focus on practice-based design research and industry collaboration. Scientific Awards : ADA Faculty Research Fellowship (2021-2022)

Robyn Choiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Audiology
• Middle Ear Assessment
• Auditory Processing Disorder
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Robyn Choi is a Senior Lecturer in Audiology at the School of Human Sciences, The University of Western Australia, and an honorary researcher at the Telethon Kids Institute. She also serves as Senior Audiologist at Fiona Stanley Hospital, demonstrating strong connections between academic and clinical practice. Her educational background includes BSc, MAudSt, MAudA (CCP), and PhD qualifications, with Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). She coordinates and teaches in the Master of Clinical Audiology and Master of Hearing Sciences programs, with specific unit coordination responsibilities across multiple courses. PHYL5502 Basic Clinical Audiology Part 1 PHYL5512 Basic Clinical Audiology Part 2 PHYL5513 Speech, Language and Communication PHYL5515 Hearing Devices and Adult Aural Rehabilitation PHYL5610 Advanced Hearing Aids and Rehabilitation Part 1 PHYL5611 Advanced Clinical Audiology Part 2 PHYL5612 Community and Workplace Audiology PHYL5613 Audiology Practice Management PHYL5615 Advanced Clinical Audiology Part 1 PHYL5617 Advanced Hearing Aids and Rehabilitation Part 2 Dr. Choi's research spans several interconnected areas focused on improving pediatric hearing health outcomes. Her work examines the relationship between hearing loss, auditory processing disorders, and learning difficulties in school-aged children. She investigates novel diagnostic approaches for middle ear disorders using wideband absorbance technology and develops tele-audiology solutions to increase access to services. Her educational research focuses on simulation-based clinical training methods for audiology students. Her recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on pediatric audiology, with emphasis on learning difficulties, middle ear assessment, and telehealth applications. The research shows progression from foundational epidemiological work (like the 2017 systematic review on hearing loss rates) toward more specialized diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. School of Human Sciences Early-Career Research Award (2022) Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2021) Australian Research Training Program Scholarship (2015) QIMR Honours & Coursework Masters Scholarship (2013) Ko Awatea Scholarship (2009) Dr. Choi supervises Higher Degree Research students in the Master of Clinical Audiology program and PhD candidates. Her current research projects include evaluating auditory function in children with learning difficulties, exploring rehabilitative methods for auditory processing disorders, assessing young children's auditory processing abilities, and investigating multisensory signals for safety alerts. She has secured significant funding from sources including Channel 7 Telethon Trust, Medical Research Future Fund, and Defence Science Centre.

Will Harrisonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Visual Perception
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Computational Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Will Harrison is an Honorary Research Fellow at the School of Psychology , The University of Queensland , Australia. His research focuses on understanding the neural and computational mechanisms underlying visual perception, attention, and working memory. Academic Rank: Research Fellow Email: w.harrison@psy.uq.edu.au Research Interests: Dr. Harrison investigates how the human visual system integrates information across eye movements, the role of natural image statistics in perception, and the neural coding of orientation and spatial uncertainty. His work bridges experimental psychology, computational neuroscience, and psychophysics. Publications (2019–2025): Recent studies examine transsaccadic attention allocation , prior expectations in visual neural tuning , confidence judgments in multisensory decisions , and visual crowding mechanisms . His computational models often incorporate gain fields, Bayesian inference, and feature binding dynamics.

• Neurophysiology
• Motor Learning
• Brain Stimulation Techniques
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor John Semmler is affiliated with the School of Biomedicine at the University of Adelaide's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. His research focuses on the neurophysiology of human movement, particularly using non-invasive brain stimulation techniques to study motor control across the lifespan. He leads an internationally recognized team investigating aging, exercise, and neurological injury effects on brain plasticity and motor function. Semmler holds senior administrative roles, including Discipline Lead in Physiology and President of the Australasian Brain Stimulation Society. Education: Not explicitly stated in provided texts. Research Funding: Over $3.6M in grants from NIH, ARC, and NHMRC, including recent ARC Discovery Projects and infrastructure awards. Teaching: Leads courses in Physiology, Neuromotor Control, and Medical Sciences, contributing to program design and curriculum mapping. His research interests emphasize brain oscillations, motor learning, and translational neurorehabilitation. Projects explore gamma and theta brain rhythms, exercise-induced neuroplasticity, and interventions for older adults' motor deficits. Semmler has mentored numerous PhD students and externally funded fellows, with a focus on bridging basic science and clinical applications. Grants & Funding Highlights: ARC DP250101672 ($574,888): Synchronised brain oscillations and motor function in older adults (2025–2028) NIH & NHMRC grants: Investigating plasticity mechanisms in aging and neurological conditions Lab & Team: Director of the Neurophysiology of Human Movement Group, focusing on non-invasive brain stimulation and clinical translation.