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August Blackمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Philosophy of Technology
• Software Studies
• Techno-Politics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

August Black is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Critical Media Practices at the University of Colorado Boulder. As a hybrid practitioner of art, design, and engineering, he creates experimental spatial and acoustic systems by building custom technological artifacts. His work critically engages techno-social systems through live networked audio, user-generated content, and immersive installations. BFA, Syracuse University MS & PhD, UC Santa Barbara (NSF IGERT Fellow) His research explores the intersection of philosophy of technology, software studies, and AI ethics. Current projects investigate global networking for hyper-local communication, while past work includes networked radio systems and generative audio-visual platforms. He has taught at UC Santa Barbara, University of San Francisco, and CU Boulder. Recent projects include Pulse Memorial (2024), a mobile multichannel memorial system, and Audio Compost (2022), a virtual frippertronic loop project. His work often incorporates WebRTC, FM radio integration, and participatory frameworks across digital and physical environments. NSF IGERT Fellow Black has advised PhD candidate Nima Bahrehmand and collaborated with institutions like ORF Kunstradio, Ars Electronica Futurelab, and Cycling '74. His practice includes software development (janode library for Janus WebRTC), hardware engineering, and exhibitions at festivals including Ars Electronica and SIGGRAPH.

Panagiotis Kyriakoulakosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer Animation
• Digital Media
• Applied Aesthetics of Animation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Panagiotis Kyriakoulakos is an Assistant Professor in Computer Animation at the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering, University of the Aegean. He previously served as Lecturer at the same department (2010-2018) and Adjunct Lecturer at Paris 1 University (1987-1992). His academic career spans over 35 years with expertise in digital arts, animation, and new media. Education: Electrical Engineering (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki), DEA in Cinema/Television (Paris I), PhD in Art Sciences (Paris X). Professional Experience: Managing Director at Post Reality (1994-2006), New Media Director at PLD Production (2006-2010), awarded SCAM (1991) and Chevalier des Palmes Academiques (2014). Research Focus: Creative processes in animation, digital aesthetics, interactive systems, and cultural heritage projects like ARCHEOGUIDE and HIST3D. His research explores intersections between technology and artistic expression, emphasizing entrepreneurship in creative industries. Key contributions include the first Greek 30-minute computer-animated TV special Alexandra Meets the Space Toons (2003) and the Homeweb VOD platform pilot (2010). Dr. Kyriakoulakos coordinates the XARTS International Conference/School since 2013 and leads the Interactive Systems Design Lab. His work bridges academic research with practical applications through projects like the HIST3D framework and Paris-based research grants (2013). Awards: SCAM Video Magazine Editor Award (1991), Paris Research Grant (2013), French Academic Palms (2014). Labs/Teams: Interactive Systems Design Lab (since 2000), XARTS Conference Leadership. Publications: Over 30 articles, 3 books including 70 Years of Greek Animation (2016) and foundational texts on animation techniques.

Robin Kranendonkمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Criminology
• Forensic Psychology
• Police Interrogation Techniques
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Robin Kranendonk MSc is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement (NSCR), holding a concurrent affiliation with the Free University of Amsterdam where she served as Lecturer in Forensic Psychology in 2018. Her academic career spans police interrogation research, victimology, and forensic evidence communication since 2009, with current work focused on the NSCR-Police Academy collaboration developing the Strategic Police Research Agenda 2023-2026. Her research expertise centers on vulnerable populations within criminal justice systems, particularly suspects with mild intellectual disabilities. Key investigation areas include: Police interrogation techniques adaptation for cognitively vulnerable suspects DNA evidence report comprehensibility for legal professionals Victim needs assessment in criminal proceedings Official police report accuracy and bias analysis Impact of recording media (audio/video/text) on evidence interpretation Her doctoral research demonstrated how interrogation training improves outcomes for suspects with intellectual disabilities, directly influencing policy implementation. Analysis of her publication history reveals consistent focus on evidentiary reliability across three interconnected domains: suspect vulnerability (60% of works), victim procedural needs (25%), and forensic documentation standards (15%). Recent work emphasizes technological solutions for interrogation quality improvement and specialized knowledge application in diverse interview contexts. Award recognition: Master's Thesis Prize in Criminology (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, 2012) Kranendonk actively bridges academic research and police practice through her NSCR-Police Academy partnership, collaborating with experts like Nicolien Kop (Criminaliteitsbeheersing) and Christianne de Poot (Forensic Research). Her secondary roles include Board Membership for the Study & Work Customised Foundation, focusing on quality management for vulnerable job seekers. Current projects examine memory-enhancing techniques in witness interviews and waiver of legal rights by intellectually disabled suspects. She operates within NSCR's Evidence-based Policing research group, strengthening scientific-practical integration for evidence-based police methodology through the Kenniscentrum Opsporing en Criminaliteitsbeheersing knowledge center.

Beat Suterمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Game Design
• Game Studies
• Digital Humanities
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Beat Suter is a Senior Lecturer for Game Design at the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK) , where he has co-developed educational programs and founded the GameLab ZHdK. He holds a Dr. Phil. from the University of Zurich and has previously taught at the Merz Academy Stuttgart (2006–2014). His interdisciplinary work bridges game design, digital humanities, and electronic literature, with a focus on narrative mechanics, game preservation, and Swiss game culture. Education: Dr. Phil. (2000) – University of Zurich Lic. Phil. I (1987) – University of Zurich PALC Certificate – University of California San Diego Studies in German Literature, Linguistics, and Art History – University of Zurich and University of California His research explores intersections between game studies , digital archiving , and interactive narration , with recent publications analyzing Swiss youth culture in games, historical game packaging, and archiving digital interactive media. He co-authored the Narrative Mechanics (2021) and Games and Rules (2018) anthologies, emphasizing rule-based design and storytelling frameworks. From 2023, his 15 most recent articles (2023–2025) trace trends in game history , Swiss game design , and digital preservation , often published via the Confoederatio Ludens blog. These works highlight his focus on documenting marginalized game practices and cultural contexts. As founder of the art group AND-OR and co-director of the GameZ & RuleZ conference, Suter actively shapes interdisciplinary dialogues. He reviews for national research funds in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland and has curated exhibitions like RuleZ for the Magic Circle and Forgotten Game Mechanics , blending academic rigor with creative practice.

Matthew Boltonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• System Safety
• Human Performance Modeling
• Formal Methods
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Matthew Bolton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Systems and Information Engineering at the University of Virginia. His research focuses on human-centered systems engineering, particularly addressing how human behavior and cognition contribute to system failures. He has held prior roles as a Senior Researcher at NASA Ames Research Center and faculty positions at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University at Buffalo. Bolton specializes in formal methods to enhance system safety in domains like aerospace, healthcare, and cybersecurity. Dr. Bolton holds B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science and Systems Engineering from the University of Virginia (2003, 2006, 2010). His work has been funded by organizations including the European Space Agency, NSF, NASA, AHRQ, and the Department of Defense. His research interests span system safety, human performance modeling, formal methods, cybersecurity, and engineering ethics. Notable contributions include developing the SAFPH formal human reliability analysis framework and advancing medical alarm audibility standards. Recent publications emphasize trust in AI systems, tactile navigation for the visually impaired, and human-agent teaming dynamics. His work has earned prestigious awards, including the Jerome H. Ely Human Factors Article Award (2021) and the William C. Howell Young Investigator Award (2018). Bolton’s research integrates formal verification techniques with human factors engineering to prevent errors in safety-critical systems. He leads the Formal Human Systems Laboratory, exploring inclusive design principles and ethical engineering practices.

• Musicology
• Theatre History
• Digital Humanities
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah Whitfield is a Doctoral Supervisor and Reader in Musical Theatre at the Royal College of Music , currently serving as Head of Doctoral Programmes. Previously a Reader in Musical Theatre at the University of Wolverhampton, she combines digital humanities and traditional archival research to recover under-represented narratives in musical theatre history. Editor of Reframing the Musical: Race, Culture and Identity (2019) Co-author of An Inconvenient Black History of British Musical Theatre 1900-1950 (2021) Keynote speaker at institutions like BBC Radio 3, New York Public Library, and British Library Her research focuses on Queer theatre , women's stories , and collaborative practice in music history . She has supervised doctoral research on topics ranging from interwar women composers to 21st-century operatic voice studies, while also consulting for organizations like ABRSM and the Frank Bridge Trust.

• Virtual Reality
• Haptic Feedback
• Sonic Interaction
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Niels Christian Nilsson is a faculty member at Aalborg University , Denmark, with a research focus on Virtual Reality , Haptic Feedback , and Human-Computer Interaction . His work explores techniques for enhancing immersion and realism in VR through multimodal feedback, including tactile, auditory, and visual cues. Key research themes include redirected walking , body ownership illusions , and interactive sound synthesis , often in collaboration with Stefania Serafin and Rolf Nordahl. Nilsson's recent publications (2023-2024) address VR sickness in locomotion systems, tactile auditory augmentation for hearing-impaired users, and applications of VR in rehabilitation. He investigates novel input methods like blink-based interaction and geometric environments for mathematics education. His contributions span both practical implementations (e.g., ElboVR for post-surgery recovery) and theoretical frameworks for sensory feedback in virtual environments. Nilsson's work has been presented at premier venues such as CHI , VR , and IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics . While no formal awards or students are listed in this dataset, his research emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and user-centered design in immersive technologies, with implications for healthcare, gaming, and education.

• Multimodal Conversation Analysis
• Interpersonal Communication
• Psychological Reactance
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maximilian Krug is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute of Communication Science, Faculty of Humanities, University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany. He is a core member of the research group Multimodal Communication, Social Interaction & Technology led by Prof. Dr. Karola Pitsch. His work bridges communication studies, conversation analysis, and digital media research, with a focus on conflict, reactance, and multimodal interaction. Research Interests: Maximilian Krug investigates the structural dynamics of conflict in interpersonal communication, analyzing both face-to-face and online interactions. His research spans rejection and resistance in multimodal interactions , incivility and psychological reactance in digital spaces (especially Telegram), and science communication , including the role of generative AI in public understanding of science (AICOS project). He employs multimodal conversation analysis, eye-tracking, and mixed methods to study coordination in complex social settings such as theatre rehearsals, medical emergencies, and authoritarian discourse. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications reveal a strong focus on temporal coordination in joint activities, verbal and nonverbal prompting, and structural compatibility in multiactivity settings. Projects like AICOS and DFG-funded studies on pronoun use in GDR letters highlight his interdisciplinary reach across communication, linguistics, and political discourse. The integration of visual analytics (e.g., VisCoMET) demonstrates his innovative methodological approach. Scientific Awards: No specific awards or fellowships are mentioned in the provided texts. Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, Dr. Krug supervises student theses and contributes to academic training. He is involved in multiple externally funded projects, including those supported by the German Research Foundation (DFG) , the Bavarian Research Institute for Digital Transformation (bidt) , and the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution . These grants support his habilitation projects on incivility and reactance. Labs and Teams: Dr. Krug is an active member of the Multimodal Interaction & Eye-Tracking Lab at the University of Duisburg-Essen. This lab focuses on empirical studies of social interaction using advanced technologies such as mobile eye-tracking and multimodal data integration. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in projects involving medical training, science communication, and historical discourse analysis.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Machine Learning
• Affective Computing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ilhan Aslan is a researcher affiliated with the University of Augsburg and DFKI GmbH , focusing on Human-Computer Interaction , Machine Learning , and Affective Computing . His work explores emotional speech interfaces , tangible interaction , and playful multimodal systems . Research Themes : Speech emotion recognition, proxemic-aware interaction, AI ethics, and user experience design. Recent Contributions : 2025 studies on proactive AI agents , voice emotion conversion , and solo role-playing AI ; 2024 work on audio enhancement and emotional trajectory modeling . His publications with Elisabeth André , Timothy Merritt , and Niels van Berkel demonstrate cross-institutional collaboration. Current projects emphasize sustainable creativity support , haptic feedback systems , and bias detection in speech AI .

• Electroacoustic Music
• Sound Art
• AI and Music Creativity
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Douglas Van Nort is an Associate Professor at York University's Department of Computational Arts, School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design (AMPD). He holds a PhD in Music Technology from McGill University and has held roles including Canada Research Chair in Digital Performance (2015-2025), Banting Fellow at Concordia University (2013-2014), and Research Associate at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2008-2013). His work integrates electroacoustic music, AI-driven systems, and immersive performance environments. Education: PhD in Music Technology (McGill, 2010), MFA in Electronic Arts (Rensselaer, 2003), MA/BA in Mathematics (SUNY Potsdam, 2001). Research Interests: Telematic performance, human-machine improvisation, ecoacoustics, and Deep Listening practices. Van Nort's awards include the 2010 ICMC Best Paper Award and Canada Research Chair designation. His grants total over CAD 5M, including CFI infrastructure funding for the DisPerSion Lab. He teaches courses in electro-acoustic music, interactive media, and digital performance. His DisPerSion Lab explores distributed performance and sensorial immersion.

Cecilia Wadensjöمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Interpreter-mediated interaction
• Public service interpreting
• Multilingualism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cecilia Wadensjö is a Professor in interpreting and translation studies at Stockholm University's Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism. She is a member of the Interaction and Multilingualism (Interfler) research group, which focuses on interaction and multilingualism in everyday life and various public domains including education and working life. Department: Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism Institution: Stockholm University Research Group: Interaction and Multilingualism (Interfler) Professor Wadensjö's research spans multiple domains of interpreter-mediated communication. Her work examines interpreter-mediated interaction across diverse settings including legal contexts, healthcare, social security, media, and public events. She has made significant contributions to understanding interpreting as a profession, interpreter education, and competence assessment. Her research also explores brokering as an everyday activity in multilingual workplaces and organizations, highlighting how participants navigate linguistic and cultural differences in professional settings. Analysis of Professor Wadensjö's publication record from 2014-2023 reveals a consistent focus on the practical and theoretical dimensions of public service interpreting. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in asylum interpretation, healthcare communication, and literary events interpretation. The research employs conversation analysis and discourse analytical approaches to examine the complex dynamics between primary participants and interpreters. A notable trend is her increasing focus on practical applications, culminating in the comprehensive 2023 Routledge Handbook of Public Service Interpreting, which she co-edited. Professor Wadensjö has received recognition through her extensive publication record in high-impact journals and edited volumes. Her work appears in prominent publications such as Multilingua, Multimodal Communication, and The Interpreter and Translator Trainer. Her research has practical implications for interpreter training, professional practice, and language policy development in multilingual societies. She has contributed significantly to understanding how interpreters function as active participants in communication rather than mere conduits of information, particularly in high-stakes contexts like asylum interviews and healthcare settings.

• Interaction Design
• Music Technology
• Live Coding
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Palle Dahlstedt is affiliated with the University of Gothenburg's Interaction Design department. His work bridges music technology, live coding, and interdisciplinary performance. He specializes in gestural interactions, algorithmic creativity, and systems for collaborative improvisation. Key projects include the Bucket System, OtoKin, and research on live coding frameworks. Research interests focus on creative technologies in music and performance, with emphasis on real-time systems, human-computer interaction, and artistic collaboration. Dahlstedt has published extensively in venues like NIME, ICLC, and Evolutionary Intelligence, addressing topics ranging from hybrid piano design to generative storytelling. Notable contributions include the Biosphere Code Manifesto (2015), exploring algorithms in environmental contexts, and the Electroacoustic Modular Ecosystem (2020). His work often involves cross-disciplinary collaborations with dancers, musicians, and technologists. Performance highlights include jury-selected NIME performances (2015) and collaborations with artists like Gino Robair and Tim Perkis. Dahlstedt actively participates in international festivals and conferences, advancing the field of computational creativity and artistic research.

Mike Katchabawمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Game Design and Development
• Adaptive Game Systems
• Believable Agents and Characters
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mike Katchabaw is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at The University of Western Ontario. His research focuses on game design and development, including adaptive game systems, believable agents, algorithmic music composition, and networked game optimization. He holds a Ph.D. from Western (2002) and has been with the department since 2002. Teaching responsibilities include courses on open-source projects, software maintenance, game development, and game design. He is affiliated with the Digital Recreation, Entertainment, Art, and Media (DREAM) Group. Key research areas include psychosocial behavior modeling in NPCs, automated difficulty adjustment, and latency management in multiplayer games. Publications span over 30 refereed journal/conference papers, book chapters, and technical reports. Notable achievements include the Best Paper Award at GameOn 2011 and a patent for a flexible music composition engine. He has contributed to commercial games like 'To The Moon' and 'Animal Planet Vet Life' as a consultant/lead programmer.

Paula Staceyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Auditory Perception
• Hearing Impairment
• Perceptual Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Paula Stacey is a Principal Lecturer in Psychology at the School of Social Sciences, Nottingham Trent University (NTU). Her research focuses on auditory perception, hearing impairment, and perceptual learning, with a particular emphasis on improving speech perception for cochlear implant users through auditory training. She teaches research methods and supervises final-year projects. Previously, she worked at the MRC Institute of Hearing Research and completed her PhD at the University of York. Her work explores audiovisual speech perception in noise, forensic voice identification, and the impact of aging and hearing loss on perceptual integration. She collaborates with institutions like the MRC Institute of Hearing Research and the NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Unit in Hearing, supported by grants from Deafness Research UK and the Medical Research Council. Dr. Stacey reviews for journals such as the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied and Ear and Hearing, and evaluates grants for organizations like the Medical Research Council. Her research bridges cognitive psychology, audiology, and forensic science, addressing practical challenges in hearing rehabilitation and legal applications of voice recognition. Her lab work involves developing training approaches for cochlear implant users, optimizing voice parade procedures, and studying eye movements linked to the McGurk effect. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to advance both theoretical understanding and real-world interventions in hearing science.

• Virtual Reality
• Haptic Technology
• Interaction Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rolf Nordahl is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University, affiliated with the Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology within The Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His primary research interests include Virtual Reality (VR), Haptic Technology, Interaction Design, and Sonic Interaction Design, with applications in education and healthcare. Nordahl is actively involved in several projects, including: Audio-haptics: Exploring audio-haptic feedback systems. GAMESS: Developing VR interventions for children with autism to improve social skills. DREAM: Digitally reworking electroacoustic music. Natural Interactive Walking: Investigating haptic and auditory modalities for virtual locomotion. He has been recognized with awards such as the 2015 Winner of the 3D User Interfaces contest and a 2014 Honorable Mention for Best Paper. Nordahl’s recent research focuses on practical applications, including pain distraction for children through VR and audio-haptic soundscapes, as well as immersive geometry environments for mathematics education. Academic service includes: Chairman of the Study Board for Media Technology (2010–2016). Membership in review committees for Eurohaptics and IEEE VR workshops. Organizer of the 3rd IEEE VR Workshop on Sonic Interactions (2017). His work has been featured in media discussions on VR’s role in education and healthcare, including projects like VR environments for children’s wellbeing and participatory design approaches. Nordahl leads the Multisensory Experience Laboratory, advancing immersive technologies for diverse applications.