جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ali Aryaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Educational Technologies
• Computer Games and Virtual Worlds
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ali Arya is an Associate Professor at the School of Information Technology , Carleton University, Canada. His work bridges Human-Computer Interaction , Educational Technologies , and Virtual/Augmented Reality systems. Funded by NSERC, SSHRC, and OCE, he has designed graduate programs in Digital Media and organized the Global Game Jam since 2009. Education: B.Eng. Electrical Engineering, Tehran Polytechnic Ph.D. Computer Engineering, University of British Columbia Research Interests: Immersive VR/AR for education and health Affective and social computing Personalized learning systems Wearable interaction technologies Game design and development 3D virtual environments Research Trends: Recent publications focus on inclusive VR design, educational applications of immersive environments, anxiety-reduction technologies, and culturally responsive systems. His work combines machine learning, multimodal interaction, and pedagogical innovation across STEM and social contexts. Scientific Awards: OCUFA Teaching Award (2023) Carleton Provost's Fellowship (2020) Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (2019) Graduate Mentorship Award (2019) Professional Service: Associate Dean (2018-2022), Program Chair FDG (2021), IEEE/ACM conference committees. He maintains the Interactive Media Group (iMG) research lab and contributes to open-access educational resources including his "Anyone Can Code" book series.

Rui Pradaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Game Development
• Affective Computing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rui Prada is a Full Professor at the Department of Computer Engineering, Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Lisbon. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence , Game Development , and Human-Machine Interaction , with emphasis on socially intelligent agents and affective computing. His work explores Multi-Agent Systems , XR Testing , and Educational Game Design , particularly for neurodiverse populations. Recent publications highlight Procedural Content Generation , Human-AI Collaboration , and Social Power Dynamics in agent-based systems. Scientific contributions include the Best Poster Award and leadership in projects like PartiPlay and RAGE , advancing Inclusive AI and Game Technologies Marketplace frameworks.

Sebastian von Mammenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Games Engineering
• Virtual Reality
• Interactive Simulations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sebastian von Mammen is a tenured professor at the University of Würzburg's Institute for Computer Science, where he heads the Games Engineering research group and contributes to the Chair for Human-Computer Interaction. His group leads the Games Engineering academic program. Previously, he completed his habilitation (2012-2016) at the University of Augsburg's Chair of Organic Computing and was a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Calgary. His research spans: Real-Time Interactive Systems : Visual programming, immersion techniques, software engineering Interactive Simulations : Serious games for healthcare/logistics/construction Artificial Life : Self-organisation, adaptive systems, evolutionary computation Artificial Intelligence : Agent-based modeling, procedural content generation Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong focus on: Virtual reality applications in education (femtoPro optics simulator, BrainBuilder neuroanatomy) Healthcare technology platforms (VIA-VR for medical serious games) Game mechanics analysis (Match-3, Jump'n'Run flow) AI-driven emotion recognition and interactive systems Computational modeling of biological systems He leads the Games Engineering research group and previously participated in the Evolutionary and Swarm Design group (Calgary) and LINDSAY project. His lab develops VR simulations for scientific training and serious games applications.

• Knowledge Management
• Cyber Security
• Terrorism Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Babak Akhgar serves as Professor of Informatics and Director of CENTRIC (Centre of Excellence in Terrorism, Resilience, Intelligence and Organised Crime Research) at Sheffield Hallam University's College of Business, Technology and Engineering, with additional affiliation to the Culture and Creativity Research Institute. Recognized as a Fellow of the British Computer Society (FBCS), he maintains active leadership in security informatics research and education. His academic foundation includes a Software Engineering degree from Sheffield Hallam University, complemented by a Master's degree with distinction in Information Systems in Management and a PhD in Information Systems. This academic trajectory followed substantial industry experience as a Strategy Analyst and Methodology Director for multiple organizations. Professor Akhgar's research program bridges theoretical knowledge management with practical security applications, focusing on cyber security, counter-terrorism, intelligence frameworks, and big data analytics for national security. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent evolution from foundational knowledge management systems toward contemporary security challenges including cryptocurrency tracing, AI accountability in law enforcement, and smart city security frameworks. Recent work shows particular emphasis on ethical considerations, citizen acceptance of security technologies, and practical implementation of security solutions. Fellow of the British Computer Society (FBCS) Co-editor of influential security publications including 'Intelligence Management: Knowledge Driven Frameworks for Combating Terrorism and Organised Crime' Member of editorial boards for three international journals Chair and program committee member for numerous international security conferences As a doctoral supervisor, Professor Akhgar has guided research on cyber situational awareness, digital music ontology, and e-government services. His leadership extends to major EU-funded security initiatives including the MIICT project for migrant integration and development of the AP4AI accountability framework for artificial intelligence in security contexts. Through CENTRIC, he directs a research ecosystem that connects academic inquiry with real-world security challenges while addressing ethical, legal, and societal implications of security technologies.

• Serious Games
• 3D Visualization
• Medical Education Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel Livingstone is a researcher at The Glasgow School of Art (GSA) specializing in the application of games and 3D technologies to enhance learning and public engagement. His work spans medical visualization, heritage interpretation, and broader educational technology domains. Current PGR supervisee: Shaojie Ni (AR & Gamification in Museums) Email: D.Livingstone@gsa.ac.uk Research Themes : Serious games, virtual reality, 3D anatomical modeling, disease education, digital heritage preservation, and AI-driven simulations. Highlights include AR tools for rheumatology engagement, VR applications in diabetes management, and digital reconstructions of historical surgical instruments. Article Trends : Focus on merging immersive technologies with healthcare education, heritage storytelling, and interdisciplinary applications of game engines. Recurring keywords: Augmented Reality , 3D Visualization , Medical Education , Public Health , Virtual Environments .

Marjorie Zielkeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Medical Simulation
• Virtual Reality
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marjorie Zielke is a Research Professor and Director of the Center for Simulation and Synthetic Humans at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas). She specializes in virtual human systems, medical simulation technologies, and interdisciplinary research at the intersection of arts, technology, and healthcare. Her academic roles include leading the Center for Modeling and Simulation, overseeing projects funded by NSF, NIH, and other agencies, and directing collaborations with institutions like Southwestern Medical Foundation and Sam Houston State University. Her work has been recognized with multiple awards, including first place at the International Meeting of Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH) and IITSEC. Education: PhD in Aesthetic Studies (UT Dallas, 2007), MBA (UT Arlington, 1980), and BS in Journalism (University of Illinois, 1977). Research focuses on virtual patients, augmented reality in medical training, and game-based learning platforms. She has pioneered projects like the Emotive Virtual Patient and the Individual Nystagmus Simulated Training Experience (INSITE), addressing clinical communication and law enforcement training needs. Grants and Projects: Over $3M in funding for initiatives such as the NSF-funded Virtual Reality Graded Exposure (VRGE) program and the Texas Department of Transportation-supported INSITE project. She also leads the Virtual Dyslexia Therapist initiative under a Texas Scottish Rite Hospital grant. Teaching includes managing interactive media projects and graduate courses on cyberpsychology and autonomous technology design.

Faramarz Amiriمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Higher Education Pedagogy
• Serious Games Design
• Educational Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Faramarz Amiri is a Senior Lecturer in Digital Media at the University of Wolverhampton's Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences. He serves as Course Leader for BA(Hons) Computer Games Design and has been affiliated with the institution since 1997. His expertise spans multiple domains, including Higher Education Pedagogy, Serious Games Design, Educational Technology, TESOL, and Art & Design Pedagogy. PhD in Education (University of Manchester) MSc in Computer Science (University of Exeter) MPhil in Social and Political Theory (University of Cambridge) PG Diploma in TEFL (Brighton Polytechnic) BA in Linguistics with Cognitive Sciences (University of Sussex) His research focuses on the intersection of educational technology, art pedagogy, and socio-political dimensions of game design. His publications analyze programming in art education, multimedia authoring for language teachers, and the integration of digital tools in curricula across disciplines. Awards include Fellowship in the Higher Education Academy. Programming in interactive media curriculum design Teacher empowerment through digital authoring CALL material development standards Role of educators in software lifecycle Grammar teaching via multimedia IT training for educators Dr. Amiri's work bridges technical and pedagogical domains, with a particular emphasis on democratizing digital creation in educational contexts. He currently leads the Computer Games Design program while maintaining active research into technology's role in art and language education.

• Immersive virtual reality in education
• AI ethics in educational technology
• Digital learning and equity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Erica Southgate is a leading researcher at the University of Newcastle , specializing in emerging educational technologies with a focus on virtual reality and AI ethics . Her work bridges digital learning and sociology of education , emphasizing equity in education and technology accessibility for all learners. PhD and BEd from University of Newcastle 2016 Equity Fellow for national research 2017 ASCILITE Innovation Award Southgate's research explores how immersive technologies can transform education through student content creation , ethical frameworks , and curriculum redesign . Recent studies focus on generative AI policy , VR learning environments , and digital footprint management . Her VR School Study demonstrates practical implementation strategies. Key publications include the first VR education book and AI ethics guidelines for Australian Government. She leads the Digital Identity, Curation and Education (DICE) research network and advocates for human rights in educational technology .

Shervin Shirmohammadiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Image Processing
• Health Monitoring Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shervin Shirmohammadi is a Professor at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Engineering, specifically within the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. With an impressive h-index of 41 and over 6,800 citations across 473 publications, his research has made significant contributions to the fields of computer vision, biomedical instrumentation, and health monitoring systems. His academic journey spans over two decades, beginning with work on communication architectures for virtual environments in 2001 and evolving toward practical healthcare applications. Dr. Shirmohammadi's research interests center on Computer Vision , Image Processing , and Embedded Systems with a strong focus on healthcare applications including nutrition monitoring, mental health assessment, and driver safety systems. His most influential work examines computer vision applications for health monitoring, particularly food calorie measurement systems that use smartphone cameras to analyze nutritional content. His research has evolved to include EEG-based systems for ADHD detection and serious games for autism therapy, demonstrating a consistent trajectory toward practical healthcare solutions using advanced instrumentation techniques. Dr. Shirmohammadi maintains active collaborations with researchers including A. Yassine (118 joint publications), D. Ahmed, Ali Asghar Nazari Shirehjini, and B. Hariri. His publications appear primarily in IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement, reflecting his strong connection to the instrumentation and measurement community.

Jina Kangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Educational Technology
• Immersive Learning Environments
• Collaborative Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jina Kang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign , with an affiliate appointment at the Siebel Center for Design . Her research focuses on immersive technology-supported learning environments , collaborative problem-solving dynamics , and educational data mining for understanding multimodal engagement in science education. Recent publications examine embodied cognition in STEM through gesture-based learning simulations, joint attention dynamics in astronomy VR environments, and systematic reviews of immersive technology applications in collaborative education. Her work integrates XR platforms , Bayesian knowledge tracing , and multimodal behavioral analysis to enhance science learning outcomes. She teaches graduate courses including CI 539: Introduction to Educational Data Mining and CI 489: Educational Technology Capstone Course , where students develop technology-supported learning activities using studio-based approaches.

Aleksandar Jevremovićمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Cybersecurity
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Aleksandar Jevremović is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Informatics and Computing, Singidunum University (Belgrade, Serbia), and holds multiple academic and professional roles. He is the Serbian representative at the UNESCO IFIP Technical Committee on Human-Computer Interaction since 2018. He has served as Vice-Dean of his faculty (2015–2018) and held visiting professorships at institutions like Ss. Cyril and Methodius University (North Macedonia) and Tallinn University (Estonia). His research focuses on cybersecurity, IoT, AI, and e-learning innovation. Education and Affiliations: External Researcher at the Mathematical Institute of the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts Visiting Scholar at Cyprus Interaction Lab (Cyprus University of Technology) Alumni/Postdoc Researcher at Tallinn University's HCI Group Member of IEEE and the Informatics Association of Serbia Research Interests: Jevremović’s work spans cybersecurity (e.g., intrusion detection, secure IoT protocols), human-computer interaction (HCI), AI-driven education tools, and neurotechnological applications like EEG-based assessment systems. He emphasizes practical solutions for digital safety, such as children’s online protection and cryptographic key generation from biometric data. Grants and Projects: Member of the External Advisory Committee for the EU-funded ONTOCHAIN project (2022–2023) Mentor for training schools like AAPELE Training School and NET4Age-Friendly initiatives Trainer in IoT, cybersecurity, and health promotion programs across Europe Labs and Teams: He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects like CASPER (Children Agents for Secure and Privacy Enhanced Reaction) and led the development of WIDE, a collaborative web development education platform.

• Business Model Development
• Software Ecosystems
• Virtual Reality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sebastian Gottschalk is a researcher at Paderborn University, Germany, specializing in business model development within software ecosystems, virtual reality applications, and model-driven software engineering. His research focuses on creating situation-specific approaches to business model development, with particular emphasis on tool support, method composition, and knowledge provision. His research interests span business model innovation, virtual reality applications for education and collaboration, model-driven development, and end-user programming. He has made significant contributions to understanding how business models can be developed in context-aware ways within software ecosystems, with practical applications in tool development and method engineering. His publication record shows a clear progression from foundational work on business model development to innovative applications in virtual reality and gamification. Recent work demonstrates increasing focus on practical implementations, particularly in educational contexts using VR technology to teach UML and software modeling concepts. Gottschalk has collaborated extensively with Gregor Engels (27 publications together), Enes Yigitbas (20 publications), and Alexander Nowosad (7 publications), indicating strong research partnerships that have driven much of his recent work in business model development and virtual reality applications.

Sabin Tabircaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Analytics
• Algorithmics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sabin Tabirca is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Computer Science and Information Technology, University College Cork (UCC). He holds a BSc from Bucharest University and a PhD from Brunel University. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Algorithmics, Interactive Media, and HCI, with applications in computational cancer modeling, mobile health (mHealth), and parallel computing. He coordinates MPT Activities and is affiliated with the CRR Group and BCRI Centre. Notable awards include UCC's President Award for Innovation in Teaching (2007), IT@Cork Leader Award (2008), and UCC Staff Recognition Award (2013). His teaching includes modules like Parallel and Grid Computing, Mobile Application Design, and Graphics for Interactive Media. Dr. Tabirca has supervised over 70 MSc students and numerous PhD candidates, many of whom now hold academic and industry roles globally. His research includes developing mHealth apps for cystic fibrosis patients, 3D cancer visualization tools, and frameworks for mobile parallel computing. Publications span mHealth design pipelines, cancer prediction models, and mobile gaming for health education. He actively engages in interdisciplinary projects, blending computer science with medical and biological applications.

• Serious Games
• Healthcare Technology
• Gamification
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Simon McCallum is an Associate Professor at NTNU’s Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. Born in New Zealand, he transitioned from commercial game development in Norway to academia in 2009. His research focuses on Serious Games, particularly in healthcare contexts, gamification, and virtual reality applications. He holds a PhD from the University of Otago (2007), where he studied Computer Science, Mathematics, Psychology, and Philosophy. McCallum has contributed to over 30 publications, including works on cognitive health gaming, software engineering education, and AR applications. He teaches courses such as IMT4307 (Serious Games Research) and IMT3603 (Game Programming). His key projects include the Smartkuber AR game for cognitive screening and the Traction Trebuchet historical engineering study. McCallum has collaborated with institutions like the University of Otago and has engaged in outreach through conferences and media appearances, promoting game technology in healthcare and education.

Nalin Arachchilageمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cyber Security
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Software Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Nalin Arachchilage is a leading academic in Cyber Security at RMIT University's School of Computing Technologies. He holds an honorary role at the University of Warwick and advises DEFSAFE Cyber Security Inc. His research focuses on usable security, privacy engineering, and AI-driven cybersecurity solutions. Key roles include revamping RMIT's Master of Cyber Security program and leading the Usable Security Engineering group at UNSW ADFA. Education: PhD in Cyber Security (Brunel University), Postdocs at Oxford and UBC. Research spans interdisciplinary areas including HCI, machine learning for threat modeling, and serious games for security education. He has published extensively in top venues like ACM CCS and SOUPS, contributing to global standards like OWASP. Leadership: Previously Assistant Head of School (Research) at the University of Auckland, and Director of the MProfStuds in Digital Security. Active in program committees for major conferences (ACM CCS, SOUPS). Current supervision includes 5 PhD students across RMIT and Auckland. Media Impact: Featured in Sky News Australia, ABC, and TVNZ. Collaborations with HP and Facebook. Awards include impactful contributions to security frameworks and standards. Teaching: Coordinates courses like INTE2625 (Cyber Security) and COSC2738 (Human-Centric Cyber Security). Supervises projects on topics like blockchain security and responsible AI. Non-Academic Roles: Chair of the Academic Board at Canberra Business & Technology College (2020-2021). Advisor to DEFSAFE, focusing on novel cyber-security products.