جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Art Conservation
• Heritage Science
• Materials Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Aldo Romani is a Professor leading the Materials for Artworks' Conservation research group within an academic department offering degrees in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, and Biotechnology. His work focuses on applying chemical and physical methodologies to cultural heritage conservation, with emphasis on non-destructive analysis and development of portable instrumentation for in-situ studies without artwork sampling or movement. Research interests center on chemical and physical behavior of materials in artworks, including structure/composition analysis for conservation diagnosis, degradation mechanisms of heterogeneous materials, and protection of porous heritage objects. The group utilizes synchrotron radiation, micro-FT-IR, micro-Raman, XRF, XRD, UV-VIS-NIR spectroscopy, GC-MS, and other advanced techniques. Key specialties include micro-spectroscopy for cross-sectional material distribution, contemporary art materials analysis, and emergency conservation protocols. Recent publications reveal strong focus on pigment analysis, varnish degradation, and non-invasive imaging of paintings/manuscripts using hyperspectral techniques. The research demonstrates integration of art historical context with materials science, particularly in Modernist paintings, medieval manuscripts, and street art preservation. The group actively contributes to European heritage science initiatives through the SMAArt Center of Excellence. Prof. Romani's laboratory develops portable instrumentation within MOLAB programs and participates in major European infrastructures including IPERION-HS and E-RIHS. Theoretical modeling complements experimental work for spectral assignments, while collaborations span conservation science and particle physics applications for detector development relevant to cultural heritage analysis.

Juliet Wiersemaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Pre-Hispanic Art History
• Spanish Colonial Art History
• Andean Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Juliet Wiersema is an Associate Professor in the Department of Art and Art History at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), where she specializes in Pre-Hispanic and Spanish Colonial Art History within the College of Liberal and Fine Arts. Her research focuses on the visual and material culture of the Andes and Latin America, with an emphasis on cartography , indigenous resistance , colonial borderlands , and cultural heritage . She earned her Ph.D. in Art History and Archaeology from the University of Maryland (2010) and an M.A. from New York University’s Institute of Fine Arts (2002). Education: Ph.D., Art History and Archaeology, University of Maryland (2010) M.A., History of Art and Archaeology, Institute of Fine Arts, New York University (2002) Wiersema’s research bridges Pre-Hispanic Andean cultures with Spanish colonial visual practices. Her work on Moche architectural vessels redefines their role as 3D sacred space maps, while her forthcoming book on Spanish colonial cartography explores African autonomy and indigenous placemaking in Colombia’s Pacific Lowlands. Her Google Scholar profile highlights 2024 publications on colonial extraction and viceroyalty governance. Scientific Awards include the National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship (2020-2021), John Carter Brown Library Residential Fellowship (2021-2022), and the University of Maryland Distinguished Dissertation Award (2010). She has taught courses on Mesoamerican Art, Andean Manuscripts, and study abroad programs to the Yucatan, emphasizing experiential learning. Grants from institutions like The Metropolitan Museum of Art (2011-2012) and The Smithsonian (2007-2008) have supported her work. Current projects include Ports of Plunder and Islands of Entanglement , analyzing English ‘pirate maps’ and Spanish nautical charts in the Pacific.

Cathleen Hoenigerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural Heritage Preservation
• Art Restoration and Conservation
• Italian Renaissance Art
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cathleen Hoeniger is a Professor in the Department of Art History and Art Conservation at Queen's University, Canada. She holds a Ph.D. in Art and Archaeology from Princeton University, with academic affiliations in the Faculty of Arts and Science. Her research focuses on cultural heritage preservation, particularly the impact of military conflicts, natural disasters, and restoration practices on artistic works. She teaches courses on war's impact on art, cultural heritage preservation strategies, and Italian Renaissance art. Her research emphasizes the destructive effects of war on Italian art, including Napoleonic campaigns and WWII, and the evolution of restoration ethics. Notable works include The Afterlife of Raphael’s Paintings (2011) and recent studies comparing heritage protection strategies in WWII Italy and modern Ukraine. Dr. Hoeniger's interdisciplinary work bridges art history with science, examining historical medical illustrations and the intersection of conservation practices with political contexts. She actively contributes to global discussions on safeguarding cultural heritage during conflicts through academic publications and conferences.

• Media Studies
• Literary Studies
• Cinema Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nicola Evans is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Wollongong’s School of the Arts, English and Media, part of the Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. She holds a BA (Hons) from the University of Oxford, and an MA and PhD in Communication Theory and Research from the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at Indiana University and a Postgraduate Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania’s Annenberg School for Communication Research. Her research focuses on media and cultural representations of identities (human and nonhuman), with a particular emphasis on human-animal relations, gender in film and literature, and emerging digital media forms like web series. As a Chief Investigator on an ARC Linkage grant (2020–2025), she leads a comparative study on gender’s role in career trajectories and web series across Australia, France, and Canada. She is fluent in French and German. Dr. Evans supervises PhD and Master’s research in areas such as digital media, screen studies, and cultural analysis. Her work has been published in journals like International Journal of Communication and Cinema Studies , and she co-edited the book literary careers in the modern era (2016). She is actively involved in higher-degree research supervision, overseeing projects on topics ranging from web series festivals to ecocritical literature.

Ira Rabinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Material Analysis
• Ancient Inks
• Manuscript Conservation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Dr. Ira Rabin is a leading researcher at the University of Hamburg's Centre for the Study of Manuscript Cultures and the Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung. Her work focuses on material analysis of written artefacts using advanced scientific methods. She leads projects including 'History of Writing: Black Inks and Writing Surfaces' and 'Recovery of Damaged Writing', which reconstruct historical writing technologies and develop conservation strategies. Her research investigates: Historical ink composition and degradation processes Non-invasive analysis techniques for fragile manuscripts Material properties of writing surfaces from papyrus to parchment Authentication methods for cultural heritage objects Environmental impact on manuscript preservation Recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on analytical techniques applied to diverse historical materials, from Carolingian manuscripts to Coptic documents. Her work consistently integrates material science with humanities research to understand scribal practices and historical contexts. Dr. Rabin directs laboratory facilities including specialized equipment for spectroscopic analysis and collaborates internationally on manuscript conservation projects. Her research group develops protocols for handling culturally significant artefacts while advancing scientific understanding of historical materials.

• Textile Studies
• Global Art History
• Audiovisual Ethnography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anja Veirman is a special guest lecturer at LUCA School of Arts (KU Leuven, Ghent) specializing in textile studies, global art history, and audiovisual ethnography. She holds a PhD focused on Senufo communities' knowledge systems and textile practices in West Africa. Her current research project 'Fluid Futures' explores decolonial methodologies for interdisciplinary artistic research. She teaches Anthropology of the Arts and initiated the seminar 'From Mono to Multiple. Decolonization and/in the arts.' Her 30-year fieldwork with Senufo communities in Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, and Mali underpins her work on embodied knowledge, human-plant-animal relationships, and relational ontologies. Recent projects include 'Female Neurodiversity in the Arts' (Co-promoter) and 'Third Landscapes and the Role of Dye Plants' (Promoter). Key research themes include decolonizing narratives, multispecies perspectives, and co-creative practices. Her 2023-2024 publications address ritual textiles, decolonial epistemologies, and storytelling as tools for cultural regeneration. Projects emphasize transforming monolithic histories into pluralistic narratives focused on reciprocity and coexistence. Veirman collaborates internationally on exhibitions, publications, and multimedia projects, often bridging heritage institutions and contemporary art contexts. She advocates for situated methodologies that challenge anthropocentric frameworks and prioritize intercultural dialogue.

Salvatore Barbaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Architectural Drawing
• Conservation and Restoration
• Remote Sensing
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Salvatore Barba is a Full Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Salerno, Italy, where he conducts research and teaching in architectural surveying, cultural heritage documentation, and digital reconstruction. He also serves as a Contract Professor at the Faculty of Architecture, University of Basilicata, Matera. His work bridges engineering, architecture, and heritage science, focusing on advanced digital methodologies. Research interests: His expertise lies in photogrammetry , remote sensing , 3D laser scanning , GIS-BIM integration , and augmented reality for cultural heritage. He investigates degradation diagnostics, low-cost survey tools, and micro-photogrammetry, emphasizing interdisciplinary and methodologically rigorous approaches to digital documentation. Publications and technology: His recent articles highlight the application of UAVs, wearable SLAM scanners, and handheld microscopes in heritage contexts. He validates instruments like the Shining 3D EinScan-Pro and develops protocols for high-accuracy documentation. His work consistently underscores the importance of expert interpretation over purely automated processes in surveying. Scientific Awards: No specific awards mentioned in the provided text. Advising and grants: While specific students and grants are not listed, he collaborates on international projects, participates in technology transfer agreements (e.g., with Dino-Lite), and contributes to methodological advancements in heritage science. His role as a faculty member implies advising graduate students in civil engineering and architectural documentation. Labs and teams: He is involved in research activities related to digital heritage documentation, likely within laboratory facilities at the University of Salerno. His collaborative work with researchers across Europe and on diverse heritage sites indicates active participation in interdisciplinary research teams focused on advanced surveying and conservation technologies.

• Digital Humanities
• Book Design
• Media History
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jon Bath is a prominent scholar in digital humanities and book design at the University of Saskatchewan. He specializes in the intersection of visual arts, digital media, and textual objects, focusing on how design principles influence public engagement with scholarship. As a project leader, he co-founded the Implementing New Knowledge Environments (INKE) initiative and led the Linked Infrastructure for Networked Cultural Scholarship (LINCS), which builds open cultural data systems. His research emphasizes making academic work accessible through innovative digital tools, such as the Shared Spaces AR app that connects communities with art. Bath has overseen major cultural heritage projects like the Humanities and Fine Arts Digital Research Centre (DRC) from 2011 to 2019. His teaching spans art history, digital culture, and book studies, with courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Key research areas include feminist game design, interface design for digital reading devices, and the historical continuity of book design principles. Bath's work bridges academic and public spheres, advocating for open social scholarship that democratizes knowledge access.

• Contemporary Art
• Conceptualism
• Heritage Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marta Jecu serves as Professor and researcher at CeiED (Center for Research and Studies in Education), Lusofona University, Lisbon, specializing in contemporary art, conceptualism, and museology. As an independent curator, she has organized exhibitions at MAAT Museum (2018), MUCEM (2019), and Centre Pompidou (2019), bridging academic research with institutional practice. Her educational background includes a Licence in "History and Theory of Art - Art and Civilisation", Magister degrees in "Art History" and "Cultural Anthropology", and a Docteur in "Interart Studies" from Freie Universitaet Berlin (2006-2009). Licence: History and Theory of Art - Art and Civilisation Magister: Art History Magister: Cultural Anthropology Docteur: Interart Studies (Freie Universitaet Berlin, 2006-2009) Her research interrogates Contemporary Art through Conceptualism , Heritage , New and Social Museology , and Urban Space . She investigates how conceptual art methodologies can disrupt traditional museum hierarchies, emphasizing social inclusion and the political dimensions of heritage display. Her work challenges colonial frameworks in museology while exploring art's capacity to reimagine urban memory and community engagement through critical spatial practices. Analysis of her 2022-2024 publications reveals three dominant trends: (1) Conceptual art as a radical tool for museum transformation, focusing on object display and institutional critique; (2) Multi-level sustainability education integrating art, territorial knowledge, and global citizenship; (3) Sociomuseological approaches examining artist-museum-community dynamics through case studies like Cosmopolis. Her work consistently positions contemporary art as an active agent in decolonizing heritage institutions and creating participatory knowledge ecosystems. At CeiED, she leads interdisciplinary research connecting art education with social inclusion. Her prior positions include researcher at Imera (Aix Marseille University) and Fondation Maison des Sciences de l’Homme, Paris (2017-2019), where she developed projects on ritual performativity and cosmopolitan spaces. Her curatorial practice manifests in the EXODUS STATIONS series examining migration narratives through cultural interfaces.

• Medieval Art
• Iconology
• Visual Anthropology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Barbara Baert is a Professor at the Faculty of Arts, KU Leuven, specializing in Medieval Art, Iconology, and Art Historiography. Her research bridges interdisciplinary dialogues between text and image, sensorium studies in visual arts, and critical reflection on art historical methodologies. Francqui Prize for Human Sciences (2016) Visiting Professorships: Weimar Bauhaus University, University of Bologna, Princeton IAS, Freie Universität Berlin Founding Editor: Studies in Iconology and Art&Religion series Her work spans projects like Portable Altars and Church Reforms (2022-2026), Kairos/Time in Iconology , and Sacred Ornaments . Awards highlight her contributions to humanities, while her publications explore magic, moisture, and classical reception in visual culture.

Rex Koontzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ancient Mesoamerican Art
• Public Sculpture
• Image Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Rex Koontz is a renowned scholar in the School of Art at the University of Houston, specializing in Mesoamerican art and archaeology. His research focuses on public sculpture of ancient Mesoamerica, particularly in the regions of El Tajín and Veracruz, blending art historical analysis with archaeological insights. He has authored or co-authored influential publications such as Lightning Gods and Feathered Serpents and Organized Violence in the Art and Architecture of Mesoamerica , and contributed to Mexico’s bicentenary exhibition catalog at the National Museum of Anthropology and History. His academic roles include fellowships at Dumbarton Oaks (Harvard) and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Research interests span design and communicative functions in non-Western art, with a focus on how public art reflects political, ritual, and cosmic ideologies. Recent work explores themes like decapitation sacrifice, urbanism, and the materiality of color in Tenochtitlán’s monuments. Awards: Fellowship at Dumbarton Oaks (Harvard) Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Humanities Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to Mesoamerican art, including studies on ballgame iconography, mobile images, and global art history pedagogy. His collaborative projects emphasize museum partnerships and digital tools for visual argumentation in humanities research.

Elaine Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Startup Entrepreneurship
• Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Mission-Driven Ventures
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elaine Chen is the Cummings Family Professor of the Practice in Entrepreneurship and Director of the Derby Entrepreneurship Center at Tufts University's School of Engineering. She holds a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from MIT. Her expertise spans entrepreneurship education, corporate innovation, and mission-driven ventures. She oversees the Entrepreneurship Minor program and co-curricular initiatives like accelerators and internships, fostering diverse student engagement. Previously, she served as Senior Lecturer at MIT's Martin Trust Center, developing scalable entrepreneurship programs. She is a board member at the Center for Open Science and Cybernetix Ventures. Notable awards include the MIT Monosson Prize for mentoring and recognition as an Invention Ambassador by AAAS and the Lemelson Foundation. Education: Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering, MIT, 1993 Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, MIT, 1991 Research Interests: Elaine focuses on advancing entrepreneurship education through equitable access, corporate innovation strategies, and supporting startups and non-profits. Her work emphasizes mentorship, digital infrastructure, and global entrepreneurship, particularly in Asia-Pacific regions. Awards: MIT Monosson Prize for Entrepreneurship Mentoring Invention Ambassador, AAAS and Lemelson Foundation Advising & Grants: She advises students through experiential courses like Entrepreneurial Internship and Field Study. Her consulting firm, ConceptSpring, assists corporations in innovation across healthcare, FinTech, and government sectors. She holds 22 patents and has led product development at companies like Rethink Robotics and Zeo. Labs & Teams: Leads the Derby Entrepreneurship Center, fostering cross-disciplinary innovation and student ventures through workshops, accelerators, and grants.

Marian Feldmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ancient Near East Art
• Eastern Mediterranean Art
• Cultural Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marian Feldman is a Professor and Diversity Champion in the Department of History of Art at Johns Hopkins University, with a joint appointment in Near Eastern Studies. She holds the W.H. Collins Vickers Chair in Archaeology and serves as Director of Graduate Studies. Her work focuses on the ancient Near East and Eastern Mediterranean, particularly the arts of the late third, second, and first millennia BCE. Feldman earned her PhD in Art History from Harvard University, specializing in ancient Near Eastern art. Education: PhD in Art History, Harvard University Research Interests: Cultural interactions, collective memory, object agency, materiality, and spatial analysis in ancient art. Her projects explore how art objects shaped identity and diplomacy, such as in her seminal works Diplomacy by Design (2006) and Communities of Style (2014). She investigates themes like luxury arts, portable objects, and the role of art in political and social contexts. Publications: Over 50 articles and books, including co-edited volumes on ancient Near Eastern art and critical methodologies. Her current projects examine space, affect, and agency in Mesopotamian contexts. Awards & Fellowships: Fellowship at Institute for Archaeological Research (Freiburg, 2019) Getty Foundation 'Connecting Art Histories' Visiting Professor (Bogaziçi University, 2013) Stanford University Behavioral Sciences Fellowship (2008–2009) Grants & Collaborations: Co-PI on the Getty Foundation-funded 'Material Entanglements' project (2017–2020). Active in international research networks, including excavations at Kurd Qaburstan and studies of Qatna’s wall paintings. Labs & Teams: Leads interdisciplinary projects in art history and archaeology, collaborating with institutions like the University of Freiburg and the University of Cologne. Her work bridges academic and public engagement through museum exhibitions and international teaching roles.

Christine Farionمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Wearable Technologies
• Prototyping
• Microcontrollers
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Christine Farion is an Instructor in the Faculty of Computer Science at Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada. She brings extensive experience in wearable technologies, prototyping, and microcontrollers for impactful human-centered interactions. Previously, she served as a Post Graduate Lecturer at The Glasgow School of Art, UK, where she taught innovation and interaction design with a focus on physical computing and electronics. PhD in Media & Arts Technology, Queen Mary University of London (EPSRC-funded) MSc in Creative Technology (Distinction), Leeds Beckett University, UK Her research focuses on enhancing quality of life through wearable technologies, particularly using conductive fabrics and experience-centred design. She specializes in creating interactive systems that support interpersonal communication and community well-being, often targeting accessibility for individuals with sensory impairments. Christine's recent work spans wearable prototypes—from clap-sensitive gloves to social distancing hats—using platforms like Arduino, ESP32, and Circuit Playground. Her projects emphasize participatory design, rapid prototyping, and open-source sharing. She has authored The Ultimate Guide to Informed Wearables and developed over 50 hands-on activities for building intelligent wearables. Her scientific recognition includes a 4-year EPSRC scholarship and project funding from the Arts Council and British Council (UK). 4-year EPSRC scholarship Arts Council, UK funding British Council, UK funding Christine actively mentors through tutorials, online courses (including a free soldering course on Patreon), and public installations. She has collaborated on projects like Sonic Bodies for visually impaired audiences and developed apps for cultural institutions. Her work bridges academic research, maker culture, and community engagement. She leads initiatives in physical computing education and maintains active involvement in DIY electronics, with a focus on accessibility and creative reuse. Her lab-style practice emphasizes iterative prototyping and open sharing of techniques.

Ashley D. Westمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early Modern Art History
• Printmaking History and Practice
• Cross-Cultural Encounters
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ashley D. West is an Associate Professor of Art History at Temple University's Tyler School of Art and Architecture , specializing in early modern European art (1400-1700) with a focus on printmaking and cross-cultural exchanges . Her research examines cultural transmission through travel, portable objects, global trade , and early collecting practices , particularly between the Holy Roman Empire and its global neighbors. Education: PhD in Art History, University of Pennsylvania MA in Art History, Williams College Graduate Program BA in Humanities, Yale University Her recent projects investigate Hans Burgkmair and the role of Augsburg in negotiating global and local identities through materials and technologies . She has published extensively on topics like Altdorfer’s etchings and German Renaissance art , with keywords spanning Art History, Renaissance Studies , and Global Encounters . Awards and Fellowships: Fellow, 'BildEvidenz' Project, Freie Universität Berlin Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts (CASVA) Andrew Mellon Foundation Support Vice President, Historians of Netherlandish Art West integrates on-site learning at institutions like the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Temple’s Special Collections into her teaching, emphasizing hands-on engagement with rare prints and artifacts . She has collaborated with graduate students on exhibitions and publications, including the 2023 ' Printmaking | Worldmaking ' exhibition at Ursinus College.