جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Onur İŞBULANمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Educational Technology
• Distance Education
• Open and Distance Learning
• +۱۵ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onur İŞBULAN is a faculty member in the Department of Educational Sciences at the Faculty of Education, Sakarya University. He holds the academic rank of Associate Professor and is actively involved in teaching, research, and academic service. His academic contributions span undergraduate and graduate levels, with a strong focus on educational technologies and instructional design. His research interests include Educational Technology , Distance and Open Learning , Multimedia Learning , Instructional Design , Web 2.0 and Social Media in Education , Virtual Reality Applications , Teacher Education , and Educational Data Mining . His work emphasizes the integration of digital tools into pedagogical practices and the psychological aspects of technology use among educators and students. The recent publications highlight a consistent research trajectory in understanding social media behavior among pre-service teachers , online learning readiness , academic procrastination , and trends in educational technology using big data. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in Turkish and international educational contexts. Scientific Awards: Sakarya University 2011 Publication Award Dr. İŞBULAN has supervised numerous master’s theses in the field of Computer and Instructional Technologies Education and has served on external thesis committees. He has secured and led research projects, including industry collaborations (e.g., Turkcell) and European Union-funded initiatives. He has also contributed to academic service through editorial and peer-review roles in journals such as Malaysian Online Journal of Educational Technology and BMC Psychology . He has played a key role in establishing the Faculty of Education Distance Education Studio and has been actively involved in organizing and moderating international academic conferences such as the International Educational Technology Conference and International Conference on New Horizons in Education.

Arapi Polyxeniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Technology Enhanced Learning
• eLearning Systems and Applications
• Digital Libraries
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Arapi Polyxeni is a Lecturer and permanent laboratory teaching staff member at the Technical University of Crete , affiliated with the Electronic and Computer Engineering Department under the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering . She serves as the technical coordinator of the SoftNet Laboratory and contributes to research projects through collaborations with institutions like the Institute of Mathematics and Informatics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences . Education: Ph.D. in Informatics (2017), Institute of Mathematics and Informatics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences M.Sc. in Electronic and Computer Engineering (2011), Technical University of Crete Diploma in Electronic and Computer Engineering (2003), Technical University of Crete Her research focuses on Technology Enhanced Learning, eLearning Systems, Digital Libraries, and Semantic Interoperability . She has led technical coordination for European R&D projects like Open Discovery Space and Natural Europe , emphasizing collaborative learning and cultural heritage digitization. Her work spans multimedia systems, database design, and service-oriented architectures. Arapi Polyxeni has received notable recognition, including the Technical Chamber of Greece award for best Diploma Thesis in Electronic Engineering (2003) . She has contributed to over 20 publications, addressing topics such as AR/VR applications in robotics education, metadata management for natural history museums, and pedagogy-driven personalization frameworks. She teaches Operating Systems and Structured Programming laboratory courses. Her technical expertise extends to systems integration, digital library interoperability, and real-time collaborative learning environments like CoLearn and Octopus .

• Collective Intelligence
• Multiagent Systems
• Knowledge Diffusion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marcin Maleszka is a researcher at the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology at Wrocław University of Science and Technology, specializing in collective intelligence , multiagent systems , knowledge diffusion , and knowledge integration . His work bridges computational models with social dynamics, focusing on group learning, recommendation systems, and secure data sharing. Current affiliation: Department of Applied Informatics, Wrocław University of Science and Technology Email: marcin.maleszka@pwr.edu.pl Office hours: Wednesday 13:30–15:00, Thursday 13:00–15:00, Saturday 16:45–17:45 His research explores how agent-based systems can model social collectives, optimize knowledge transfer, and enhance educational and healthcare technologies. Recent publications highlight applications in digital heritage , medical diagnostics , and urban mobility , with methodologies spanning GANs , ANNs , and agent modeling . Key publication trends include: Integration of Generative Adversarial Networks and Graph Neural Networks for heritage data Development of agent-based models for group learning Security mechanisms in peer-to-peer systems using attribute-based encryption Applications in medical imaging and traffic modeling Contact details: Address: ul. Z. Janiszewskiego 11/17, 50-372 Wrocław Room: C-3, 15 (Wrocław) and D-1, 30 (during Saturday office hours) Phone: +48 71 320 2938

• Photogrammetry
• Remote Sensing
• Archaeological Reconstruction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Heather Papworth is a researcher at Bournemouth University's Faculty of Science and Technology, specializing in the application of historic stereo aerial photographs for archaeological reconstruction. Her work focuses on extracting 3D metric data to restore damaged earthworks and quantify environmental impacts such as erosion and urbanization. Research Focus: Earthwork reconstruction, photogrammetry, and environmental impact analysis using archival aerial imagery. Awards: Best Photogrammetric Contribution (RSPSoc, 2014); Best Student Presentation (Aerial Archaeology Research Group, 2014). Memberships: Aerial Archaeology Research Group (AARG), American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS), Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry Society (RSPSoc). Expertise: Digital surface modeling, heritage conservation, and geospatial analysis of historical data.

• Complex Networks
• Collective Behavior
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Manuel Pita is an Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Complex Systems at CICANT , Universidade Lusófona, Portugal, and an Associate Researcher in the Complex Systems group at ISTAR, ISCTE-IUL, Portugal. His research focuses on the interplay between individual and collective behaviors in complex networks, aiming to understand how these dynamics shape each other. Education: PhD in Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science (2007) from the University of Edinburgh, UK. Postdoctoral Training: Indiana University (Prof. Luís Rocha) and Portland State University (Prof. Melanie Mitchell). His work spans theoretical studies of complex systems and practical applications in ambient intelligence/IoT for human well-being. He leads a project analyzing driver factors of collective states in online social conversations among Portuguese secondary school students, with applications in ethical educational interventions to combat hate speech, polarization, and fake news. Publication Trends emphasize computational modeling of complex networks, multi-agent systems, and interdisciplinary applications in education, biology, and artistic performance. Key areas include critical dynamics, social network analysis, IoT, and intelligent tutoring systems. Labs & Collaborations: Works with the Complex Systems group at ISTAR and CICANT, integrating computational theory with real-world challenges in public health, education, and cultural technology.

• Sociology of Culture
• Sociomuseology
• Museology and Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Adel Igor Pausini is a sociologist, researcher, and Professor at Lusófona University, where he directs the Master's in Sociomuseology since January 2023. He is also member of the Coordinating Committee of the UNESCO Chair 'Education, Citizenship and Cultural Diversity' and researcher at Fondacion Marguerite et Aimé Maeght. PhD in Museology (Lusófona University) Post-Doctorate in Sociology of Culture (Université Côte d'Azur) Doctoral Candidate in History (Interuniversity Program: University of Lisbon, Catholic University of Portugal, University of Évora, University Institute of Lisbon) His research spans sociology of culture, sociomuseology, museology and development, theory of the state and elites, public policies, and decoloniality. Recent work examines ecomuseums, kinship politics, and cultural democratization. Publications include critical analyses of museum modernization, intangible heritage, and information ethics, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with decolonial frameworks and institutional critique. He contributes to cultural initiatives through curated exhibitions like Hip-Hop: (About) Living, Resisting and Liberating (2025) and anniversary commemorations of Portugal's 1974 revolution.

• Learning with historical reconstructions
• Informal learning in museums
• Cognitive processing of uncertain information
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Manuela Glaser is a Researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Knowledge Media (IWM) in Tübingen, Germany, where she has been a core member of the Realistic Depictions lab since January 2007. Her work bridges cognitive psychology and museum education, focusing on how visitors process historical reconstructions and uncertain information through digital media. Her educational background includes a PhD in Psychology (2010) from the University of Tübingen, with a dissertation on hybrid documentary formats in archaeological television, and a Diploma in Psychology (2006) from the same institution specializing in pedagogical and media psychology. Glaser's research centers on cognitive mechanisms in informal learning environments, particularly examining how spatial audio, VR applications, and visual-verbal cueing influence attention and knowledge acquisition in museum contexts. She investigates the processing of uncertainty in archaeological reconstructions and the role of reception goals in virtual experiences, frequently employing eye-tracking methodologies to capture real-time cognitive responses. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward immersive technologies, with increasing emphasis on spatial sound design (2022–2025) and uncertainty communication in 3D reconstructions (2019–2023). Her work consistently applies cognitive psychology principles to museum education, demonstrating how multimedia design choices directly impact learning outcomes in historical contexts. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Glaser actively contributes to major research projects including Historical Sounds (2022–2025), which explores spatial audio in VR tugboat simulations, and Digital Materialities (2021–2024), investigating digital versus physical exhibition objects. She has organized international conferences like Exhibiting the Sound of History (2024) and frequently presents at EARLI and IGEL conferences. As a key researcher in the Realistic Depictions lab, she collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop evidence-based frameworks for museum technology, currently leading studies on virtual reality applications for historical soundscapes and 3D reconstruction design principles.

• Cultural Heritage Preservation
• Digital Humanities
• Material Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Erato Kartaki is a Research Fellow in Heritage Science at the Plastic Innovation and Curation (PlastIC) Research Centre, Arts University Bournemouth. She holds a PhD in Digital Humanities from King’s College London, with prior MSc degrees in Archaeological Computing (University of Southampton) and Cultural Informatics (University of the Aegean), and a BSc in Conservation of Antiquities and Works of Art (Technological Educational Institute of Athens). Her research focuses on innovative materials and digital methods for cultural heritage preservation, sustainability, and restoration. Expertise: Plastic material analysis, digital visualization (2D/3D), and bridging heritage preservation with industrial sustainability Former roles: Research Fellow at University of Exeter (Digital Skill Development), conservator for Greek Ministry of Culture, and collaborations with Ashmolean Museum, British Museum, and Natural History Museum Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary methods, including: Developing preservation strategies for plastic heritage objects Digitization of archives and 3D object analysis Training researchers via workshops on digital heritage tools Professional memberships include ICOM, AIC, and CAA, alongside Advance HE Associate Fellowship (AFHEA). She actively contributes to education through teaching roles at UCL, King’s College London, and University of Exeter.

Sándor Darányiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Libraries
• Information Retrieval
• Digital Preservation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sándor Darányi is a Professor at the Swedish School of Library and Information Science, University of Borås (since 2011), with a career spanning over four decades in information science, digital libraries, and cultural heritage preservation. He also holds an Honorary Professorship at Szeged University, Hungary. His research focuses on advanced access to digital libraries, automatic indexing, information visualization, digital preservation, narrative genomics, and quantum interaction models for semantics. Education: Candidate of Science (CSc) in Ethnography, Hungarian Academy of Sciences (1994) PhD in Information Science, Eötvös Loránd University (1989) MA in Library and Information Science, Eötvös Loránd University (1985) MSc in Agricultural Sciences, University of Agriculture (1975) Research Interests: Darányi’s work bridges computational methods with cultural studies, including: - Formalization of folk narratives for big data analysis - Quantum-inspired models of semantic change - Haptic interfaces for accessibility in museums - Evolving semantics in digital ecosystems - Cultural heritage digitization projects Professional Activities: Editorial Board Member of Journal of Information Science Education Organized major conferences such as SEMANTiCS, IC-ININFO, and AMICUS workshops Supervised doctoral students in computer science and information studies Co-developed the PERICLES project on digital preservation Labs/Teams: His research groups have pioneered projects like the MuseIT inclusive museum initiative and the SHAMAN digital preservation framework, leveraging high-performance computing and cloud technologies.

Damianos Gavalasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mobile Computing
• Pervasive Computing
• Wireless Networks
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Damianos Gavalas is a Professor and Vice Head of the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering at the University of the Aegean, Greece. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Hellenic Open University. His research focuses on mobile/pervasive computing, extended reality, wireless networks, optimization algorithms, and transportation systems. He has authored over 200 publications, with an h-index of 37, and has led major research projects such as SMARTBUY (H2020) and iDeliver (Erasmus+). Education: PhD in Electronics Engineering (University of Essex, 2001), MSc in Telecommunications (University of Essex, 1997), BSc in Informatics (University of Athens, 1995). Research Interests: Mobile & Pervasive Computing Wireless Sensor Networks Immersive Technologies (AR/VR) Intelligent Transportation Systems Optimization Algorithms Awards: Recipient of Best Paper Awards, ranked top 2% in Networking & Telecommunications (Stanford, 2022). Advising & Grants: Supervised 3 completed PhDs and numerous MSc projects. Coordinated EU-funded projects including HoPE (EC/CIP7), MOVESMART (FP7), and eCOMPASS (FP7). Labs/Teams: Involved in interdisciplinary teams focusing on smart cities, cultural heritage technologies, and automotive systems.

Thomas Borschمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolution of flowering plants
• Phylogenetics and phylogenomics
• Biogeography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Thomas Borsch is a renowned academic at the Freie Universität Berlin, serving as Professor of Systematic Botany and Geography of Plants and Director of the Botanical Garden Berlin. He holds a W3 professorship and leads the Borsch Group, focusing on plant evolution, phylogenetics, and biodiversity conservation. His career includes roles at the University of Oldenburg and the Nees Institute, with expertise in molecular systematics and integrative taxonomy. Education: PhD (2000) and Habilitation (2005) from the University of Bonn. His research spans plant phylogenomics, biogeography, and conservation strategies, with active projects in Colombia, the South Caucasus, and Vietnam. He co-leads initiatives like ColBioDiv and EvoBoGa, emphasizing biodiversity management and genetic resource utilization. Key achievements include over 110 peer-reviewed articles, contributions to global flora projects (e.g., World Flora Online), and leadership roles in scientific bodies like the Consortium of European Taxonomic Facilities. Awards include the Heisenberg Fellowship and Jugend forscht Prize. His lab facilities specialize in DNA analysis, genome sequencing, and microscopy. Research interests emphasize workflow development for museum collections, sustainable biodiversity use, and international collaboration. His team includes postdocs and PhD students working on projects ranging from Campanulaceae phylogeny to Andean forest dynamics.

• Haptics
• Human-Machine Interaction
• Tactile Perception
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mandayam A. Srinivasan is a Senior Research Scientist in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at MIT and Principal Investigator at the Research Laboratory of Electronics (RLE). He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Yale University (1984). His research focuses on haptics, including human-machine interaction, tactile perception, and biomechanics, with applications in medical simulation, robotics, and assistive technologies. He leads teams developing tactile displays using MEMS, medical procedure simulators, and shared virtual environments. Dr. Srinivasan’s work bridges engineering and bioscience, pioneering the field of 'computer haptics' and developing tactile sensors like GelSight. His research has implications for prosthetics, rehabilitation, and autonomous robotics. He has contributed to medical diagnostics (e.g., malaria detection via deep learning) and accessibility technologies for visually impaired individuals. His lab, the Laboratory for Human and Machine Haptics (The TouchLab), advances haptic interfaces for virtual reality and surgical training. Key projects include tactile blood pressure imaging, C. elegans biomechanics studies, and haptic feedback systems for blind navigation (BlindAid). His publications span haptics, robotics, and biomedical engineering, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration across mechanical engineering, neuroscience, and computer science.

Divakaran Liginlalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Information Security
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Decision Support Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Divakaran Liginlal (Lal) is a Teaching Professor of Information Systems at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College. With a Ph.D. from the University of Arizona and prior teaching experience at institutions including the University of Wisconsin-Madison, he has received multiple accolades including the Mabel Chipman Award for teaching excellence. His research focuses on information security, human-computer interaction, and decision support systems, with notable work on web accessibility, cultural adaptation in e-commerce, and healthcare privacy. Supported by organizations like Microsoft and Qatar Foundation, his interdisciplinary approach bridges technology, policy, and pedagogy. Education: Lal holds a B.S. in Telecommunication Engineering from CET, an M.S. in Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Science, and a Ph.D. in Management Information Systems from the University of Arizona. Research Interests: Lal's work spans information security frameworks, cross-cultural UX design, and digital governance. He explores how technology intersects with societal needs, particularly in aging populations and heritage preservation. Recent studies include AI applications for cultural archives and regulatory effectiveness in digital economies. Awards: In addition to teaching awards, he received the Lawrence J. Larson Grant for curriculum innovation and multiple grants supporting his research. His work has been published in JMIS, Communications of the ACM, and IEEE journals. Teaching & Grants: Supported by Microsoft, HP, and Qatar Foundation, his pedagogical innovations include case-method teaching and interdisciplinary collaborations between writing and information systems programs. He emphasizes problem-scoping in service-learning experiences to develop future IS leaders. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Wikimedia on content collaboration studies and leads projects at CMU's Qatar campus focusing on digital governance challenges in the Arabian Gulf region.

Michael Bernard Twidaleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW)
• Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michael Bernard Twidale is a Professor and Interim Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs at the School of Information Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He holds a PhD in Computing from Lancaster University (UK) and is affiliated with the National Center for Supercomputing Applications and the Information Trust Institute. His research focuses on HCI, CSCW, and sociotechnical systems with emphasis on collaborative technologies, user interface design, and agile research methods. Teaching excellence is central to his career, having won the 2017 ASIS&T Outstanding Information Science Teacher Award and consistently appearing on UIUC’s “excellent in teaching” lists since 1998. He has pioneered courses in Entrepreneurial IT Design and Museum Informatics, emphasizing design thinking and societal impact. Current research projects explore metaphors in voice user interfaces, search literacy, and long-term database sustainability. He advocates for "Agile Research Methods" to democratize knowledge production and improve technology accessibility. Over 25 years of academic work include leadership roles in CHI, iConference, and JCDL, plus collaborative initiatives with museums and open-source communities. His work bridges theory and practice through projects like the ARIADNE Collaborative Browsing Project and the Information Forum for knowledge-sharing infrastructures. Recent explorations include cultural informatics with community music archives and rethinking metadata for inclusive data practices.

• Conservation Genetics
• Plant Ecology
• Citizen Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jamie Lynne Minnaert-Grote serves as an Associate Research Scientist in the Herbarium Collection at the Illinois Natural History Survey (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), focusing on conservation genetics of endemic flora in southwestern U.S. ecosystems. Her work bridges field ecology, genetic analysis, and community science to address biodiversity preservation challenges. Her core research spans conservation genetics of rare plants, reproductive ecology of Physaria species, and citizen science-driven biocollections digitization. She employs population genetic techniques to assess genetic diversity in threatened populations while investigating seed biology and reproductive strategies to inform conservation protocols. Her fingerprint highlights Kaibab Plateau ecosystems (100%), Physaria conservation (100%), and community science engagement (50%) as central themes. Analysis of her publications reveals a consistent trajectory in Kaibab Plateau conservation: genetic structure studies (2024) build upon foundational reproductive ecology work (2016), while her leadership in WeDigBio (2018) demonstrates cross-cutting innovation in biodiversity data mobilization. This integration of molecular ecology with public participation defines her scholarly niche. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. No student advisement records or research grant details were specified in the source text. She operates within the Herbarium Collection at the Illinois Natural History Survey, curating plant specimens and leading field research on Kaibab Plateau ecosystems. Her role includes dataset curation for microsatellite genotyping (2024) and coordination of citizen science initiatives through WeDigBio, positioning her at the intersection of institutional collections management and community-driven science.