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Aleksandar Kosticمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Philosophy of Architecture
• Design Theory
• Architectural Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Aleksandar Kostic is a Lecturer in the Department of Architecture and Built Environment at South East Technological University (SETU), where he also serves as Lead Researcher. He holds a PhD from University College Dublin, awarded in 2022, and is actively contributing to the academic and professional architecture community. PhD in Design Theory, University College Dublin (2022) His research lies at the intersection of philosophy and architectural design, with a strong focus on design theory, epistemology, ethics, and aesthetics. He explores fundamental questions such as aporia (intellectual impasses) in design, the influence of Platonic philosophy, and the ethical responsibilities of architects. His work emphasizes critical thinking and philosophical inquiry in architectural practice and education. The trends in his publications reveal a consistent engagement with philosophical concepts applied to architectural problems. From examining 'aporetic' design challenges to analyzing Plato’s views on expertise, his research bridges abstract thought and practical design. Recent works continue this trajectory, addressing ethical values, non-material aspects of design, and the role of contradiction in innovation. Nomination for MIES EU Award for Architecture (2009) Aleksandar Kostic advises PhD students and is actively involved in research dissemination through publications, peer-review, and conference organization. He serves on the steering committee of the All Ireland Architecture Research Group and is a member of the Centre for Platonic Studies at Trinity College Dublin and the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. His peer-review activities include journals such as She JI and Building Material . He is a key member of the Architecture Research Group at SETU and collaborates across disciplines, particularly with philosophy. His upcoming activity includes organizing the 'Ethics in Architecture' conference in 2025, highlighting his leadership in integrating ethical discourse into architectural research.

David Lillisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Natural Language Processing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Forensics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

David Lillis is an Associate Professor in the School of Computer Science at University College Dublin (UCD). His research focuses on Natural Language Processing (NLP), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and their applications in legal and forensic contexts. He leads projects like CeADAR (Ireland’s Applied AI Center) and the Transpire project, collaborating with organizations such as Corlytics and the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment. He holds adjunct roles as a Guest Professor at Beijing University of Technology’s Data Mining and Security Lab and has been a Fulbright Scholar at the University of New Haven’s Cyber Forensics Research and Education Group. Education: B.A. (Hons) in Law and Accounting, University of Limerick Higher Diploma in Computer Science, UCD M.Sc., Ph.D. in Computer Science, UCD Professional Certificate in University Teaching & Learning, UCD Research Interests: Legal AI, digital forensics, machine learning, multi-agent systems, and information retrieval. Recent work includes NLP for regulatory analysis, crop yield prediction via neural networks, and AR-driven decision support systems. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator: Transpire (AI Platform for Regulation) SFI Funded Investigator: CONSUS (Crop Optimization) PI: CeADAR Technology Centre Teaching roles include Deputy Programme Director for Software Engineering at Beijing-Dublin International College (BDIC) since 2014. Labs & Groups: UCD Forensics and Security Research Group, ML-Labs (SFI Centre for ML Training), and the Data Mining and Security Lab (BJUT).

Ellen Rusheمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Deep Learning
• Sign Language Recognition
• Domain Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ellen Rushe is an Assistant Professor at Dublin City University's School of Computing specializing in deep learning with limited supervision. Her research develops solutions for audio-visual data challenges including sign language recognition (SignOn Project), novelty detection, and domain adaptation for sports analytics. Previously a Research Fellow at Trinity College Dublin and Postdoctoral Fellow at UCD, she holds an MSc in Computer Science from UCD and BA in Music Technology from Maynooth University. Research focuses on: Limited-label learning paradigms Sign language recognition for low-resource languages Domain adaptation in sports video analysis Novelty detection in data streams

• Digital Landscape Design
• Geographical Virtual Environments
• Immersive Landscape Visualization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ítalo Sousa de Sena is an Assistant Professor in Digital Landscape Design at University College Dublin's School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy. He joined UCD in 2023 as a postdoctoral researcher for the Horizon 2020 project HeritACT and was promoted to Teaching Fellow in September 2024, then to Assistant Professor in January 2025. He also serves as Programme Director for the BSc Landscape Architecture program starting March 2025. His academic journey includes a Geography degree from Federal University of São João Del-Rei (2013), a Master's in Analysis and Modeling of Environmental Systems from Federal University of Minas Gerais (2015), and a PhD in Geography from the same institution (2019). Dr. de Sena specializes in geographical virtual environments and immersive landscape visualization, with particular expertise in applying Minecraft as a tool for landscape visualization and participatory urban planning. His research bridges GIS, remote sensing, environmental analysis, geotourism, and geoconservation, focusing on how digital tools can facilitate public participation in climate action and urban planning. He developed GeoMinasCraft, a geogame that recreates the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ouro Preto, Brazil within Minecraft to study landscape perception. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on playful participatory planning systems, heritage reactivation strategies, and geovisualization frameworks. The research shows consistent application of digital tools for community engagement, particularly in using Minecraft's spatial mechanics to facilitate public participation. His work with the HeritACT project demonstrates practical applications of these methodologies across multiple European contexts including Eleusis, Milan, and Ballina. Co-awarded funding by Research Ireland for Craft-my-Street project Contributor to Horizon 2020 projects HeritACT and SCORE Postdoctoral research at Masaryk University (2021-2022) External researcher at Geoprocessing Laboratory (UFMG) and Geogames Lab (Iowa State University) At UCD, Dr. de Sena teaches Landscape Studio courses and coordinates the Fieldwork module. His teaching integrates his research expertise in digital landscape design with practical applications in urban planning. His work represents a significant contribution to the emerging field of serious geogames and their application in sustainable planning practices, particularly in engaging diverse stakeholders including children and communities in the planning process.

Diarmuid O'Donoghueمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Creativity
• Analogical Reasoning
• Natural Language Processing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Diarmuid O'Donoghue is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Science & Engineering at Maynooth University, specializing in Computational Creativity and Analogical Reasoning . His research explores topological similarities between text and source code to develop cognitively inspired systems for problem-solving and bias detection. Co-PI of the Modelling implicit bias project (€21/FFP-P/10118) Senior Scientific Coordinator for the €2.6M EU-funded Dr Inventor project Key research areas include: Latent homomorphism detection in lexical data Comparative analysis of LLMs and analogical systems Formal specification generation from code/text His work has shaped undergraduate project frameworks with ethical GenAI integration . Publications span ICCC , GECCO , and journals like Artificial Intelligence Review .

• Landscape Architecture
• Urban Planning
• Environmental Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sophia Meeres serves as Lecturer at University College Dublin's School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy since 2004, directing Master's programs from 2013-2022 and undergraduate landscape architecture programs from 2006-2009. Her dual expertise bridges professional practice and academia, informed by 18 years in international design firms including SOM, Fosters, and BDP. BSc Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering: University College London MLA Landscape Architecture: University of Edinburgh Other: Institute des Hautes Etudes de Défence Nationale (AA-IHEDN) Her research centers on anthropogenic landscape transformation, with current focus on Irish tree management policy and rural-urban connections. She explores communication methods for illustrating landscape change to communities, emphasizing transparent planning processes and fundamental connections between local/global environments. Recent work examines trees outside forests and develops strategies for rural County Councils. Publications reveal evolving focus from European urban gardens and allotments to Irish-specific landscape challenges, with significant contributions through EU projects like LE:NOTRE and COST Action TU1201. Her work increasingly addresses climate adaptation through rural tree policies and small town studies. As active committee member in European Council of Landscape Architecture Schools (ECLAS) and ARENA Architectural Research Network, she connects Irish planning with continental frameworks. Her professional activities include French Ministry of Culture consultancy (2009-2011) and municipal projects in Nice and Alpes Maritimes. Principal supervisor for Landscape Architectural THESIS (30 ECTS) and Landscape STUDY modules since 2016 Coordinator of Nature as Builder, Landscape Research, and Understanding Landscape modules Participant in EU-funded LE:NOTRE (2010-2013) and COST Action TU1201 (2013-2016) Based in UCD's Richview campus, her work integrates studio teaching with policy development, particularly through collaborations with Irish rural councils on tree management strategies and community engagement frameworks.

• Engineering Education
• Sustainable Development Goals
• Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brian Bowe is a Researcher at Dublin Technological University, focusing on Engineering Education and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). His work explores competency development in engineering education, interdisciplinary learning, and ethical frameworks for sustainable practices. He collaborates with institutions in Sweden, Latvia, and Ireland. Top Research Areas: Engineering Education, SDGs, STEM, Professional Skills, Ethics, Spatial Teaching Recent Collaborations: European Society for Engineering Education (SEFI), employers, and academic institutions across Sweden, Latvia, and Ireland His research examines barriers and enablers in spatial teaching, employer expectations for engineering competencies, and the effectiveness of summer schools in fostering SDG-aligned skills. He has contributed to journals like Frontiers in Education and SEFI Journal of Engineering Education Advancement .

• Engineering Education
• Spatial Visualization
• Design Creativity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Clodagh Reid is a Lecturer at the Department of Technology Education, Faculty of Engineering and Informatics, Athlone Institute of Technology. Her work focuses on advancing engineering education through research in spatial visualization, design creativity, cognitive load measurement, and innovative assessment methods like adaptive comparative judgment. She explores how spatial skills influence problem-solving behavior and design processes in undergraduate engineering students. Her research interests include: Engineering education methodologies Design creativity development Cognitive load and spatial ability interactions STEM education trends in Ireland Transparency in technology education research Reid’s publications analyze eye-tracking data, biometric measurements (e.g., pupil dilation), and stress responses during spatial tasks. She emphasizes holistic assessment tools and has contributed to workshops introducing adaptive comparative judgment (ACJ) for design problem evaluation. Her work bridges cognitive science and education, addressing how spatial skills impact engineering students’ success. She has organized conferences like PATT2018 and is recognized for contributions to technology education research. While specific award names are not listed, her involvement in prestigious academic events underscores her scholarly impact.

Laura Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Developmental Psychology
• Peace and Conflict Studies
• Intergroup Relations
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Laura Taylor is an Associate Professor in the School of Psychology at University College Dublin (UCD), where she conducts research at the intersection of developmental psychology, peace studies, and intergroup relations. Her work focuses on children and youth in conflict-affected and post-conflict societies, including Northern Ireland, Colombia, Croatia, and Kosovo. Education: PhD in Psychology and Peace Studies, University of Notre Dame MA, University of Notre Dame MA, University of San Diego BA, Haverford College Certificate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in University Teaching and Learning, UCD Post-Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Teaching (PGCHET), Queen's University Belfast Her research centers on risk and resilience processes in youth exposed to political violence, using a developmental psychopathology approach. She investigates how intergroup contact, identity formation, religious cognition, and family dynamics influence prosocial behavior, civic engagement, and peacebuilding. Her projects include longitudinal studies on youth in Belfast, research on European identity in divided societies, and participatory interventions in Colombia. Her recent publications reveal trends in cross-national prosocial behavior during the pandemic, the role of spatial environments in intergroup contact, and the development of religious and national identities in children. These works span developmental, social, and educational psychology, with strong implications for policy and intervention design. Scientific Awards: Student International Research Award – APA Division 52 (International Psychology) Outstanding Early Career Professional Award – APA Division 52 Ed Cairns Early Career Award – APA Division 48 (Society for the Study of Peace and Conflict) Shaheen Award for Top Graduate Student – University of Notre Dame Laura Taylor has secured funding from the Spencer Foundation, British Academy, Horizon Europe, and others. She mentors students and involves them in sensitive, community-engaged research. She also leads the Developing Belief Network and has conducted program evaluations in public and academic sectors. Labs and Teams: Developing Belief Network (international consortium) Helping Kids! research project (cross-cultural prosocial behavior) YouthLEAD (marginalized youth in the U.S.) Peacebuilding interventions in Colombia (Artesanos de Paz)

• Phenomenology
• Philosophy of Religion
• Philosophy of Time
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Felix Ó Murchadha is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Galway, with a research focus on Phenomenology, Philosophy of Religion, Time, the Self, and Violence. He earned his D.Phil. from Bergische Universität Wuppertal, supervised by Klaus Held, and has held academic positions across Canada, Germany, and the United States, including a Fulbright Scholarship at Fordham University (2010–2011). His work engages deeply with Heidegger, Husserl, Merleau-Ponty, Ricoeur, Levinas, and Marion, and he has supervised 17 PhD students in Ireland. Research Interests: Phenomenology of Religion, Philosophy of Time, Philosophy of the Self, Political Philosophy, Philosophy of Violence Leadership: President of the Irish Philosophical Society, Co-Director of the Centre for the Study of Religion at the University of Galway International Engagement: Delivered lectures across the US, Canada, Europe, and Hong Kong over three decades Recent publications explore themes like fidelity, love, selfhood, and nature through phenomenological frameworks. His accolades include the Fulbright Scholar award, and he contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through philosophical research on education and ethics.

• Computational Creativity
• Artificial Intelligence
• Natural Language Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Tony Veale is affiliated with the School of Computer Science at University College Dublin (UCD). He holds a B.Sc. (1988) and M.Sc. (1990) from University College Cork and a Ph.D. (1996) from Trinity College Dublin. His career spans academia and industry roles at Hitachi Dublin Laboratory, Cycorp, Coreintellect, and Intelliseek, where he contributed to projects like the CYC knowledge base and patented question-answering systems. Veale authored Exploding The Creativity Myth (2012) and co-founded the Association for Computational Creativity (ACC), hosting its 2012 conference. His research focuses on computational creativity, analogical reasoning, metaphor, and irony, with applications in robotics, storytelling, and natural language processing. Key achievements include developing frameworks for embodied storytelling and irony detection in social media. He has received the Best Paper Award at the 2017 International Conference on Computational Creativity (ICCC) and has contributed to initiatives like UCD’s Software Engineering program in Shanghai. Teaching interests include generative AI, computational creativity, and knowledge-based techniques. Veale’s work bridges cognitive science and AI, emphasizing creative language use through autonomous systems like Twitterbots. His research spans interdisciplinary collaborations, including work at KAIST (2011–2014) under the Korean WCU program.

David Tannerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Finite Element Analysis
• Metal Additive Manufacturing
• Residual Stress Prediction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. David Tanner is a Professor in the School of Engineering and Bernal Institute at the University of Limerick. His roles include teaching modules such as Solid Modelling with SolidWorks, Metrology, Finite Element Analysis, and Manufacturing Processing Technology. He holds a PhD (1999) and BAI/BEng (1995) from Trinity College Dublin, with postdoctoral experience at Alcan International and the University of Limerick's Materials and Surface Science Institute. His research focuses on finite element analysis of manufacturing processes, metal additive manufacturing, residual stress prediction, and innovative engineering education methods. He has contributed to over 170 publications in areas like PBL effectiveness, spatial ability in STEM, and biomedical material stress analysis. His work aligns with UN SDG4 (Quality Education) through pedagogic innovations. Research Interests: Finite element analysis of manufacturing processes (including additive manufacturing), residual stress prediction, and engineering education methodologies. Notable projects include SmartWeld (welding technology for power plant steels) and TEM-based material analysis. Teaching Contributions: Develops modules integrating SolidWorks, metrology systems, and FEA for engineering students. Active in curriculum design emphasizing hands-on learning and PBL approaches. Professional Memberships: Chartered Engineer (Institute of Materials Minerals and Mining) and member of the Institution of Engineers of Ireland. Lab Affiliations: Bernal Institute and former management of the TEM facility at MSSI. Collaborates internationally on educational initiatives like CDIO programs in raw materials engineering.

Marianna Pagkratidouمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Spatial Cognition
• STEM Learning
• Spatial Training
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marianna Pagkratidou is an Assistant Professor in Psychology at Dublin City University (DCU), where she directs the Cognition in Learning Lab (Cllab). Her research focuses on spatial cognition, STEM learning, and reading comprehension through visual arts like comics. She teaches modules including Cognition Across the Lifespan, Computational Psychiatry, and Science Communication, while supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students. Ph.D. in Cognitive and Experimental Psychology (University of Cyprus) M.A. in Cognitive and Educational Psychology (University of Cyprus) B.A. in Early Childhood Education Sciences (University of Thrace) Her research explores how spatial training improves STEM learning, particularly addressing gender disparities in spatial ability. She investigates the cognitive mechanisms behind reading comprehension using comics as an educational tool. Recent publications examine spatial cognition in STEM, comics-based learning, and gender differences in spatial ability. She contributes to educational outreach through initiatives like Pint of Science and science festivals. Doctoral Scholarship (Graduate School, 2017-2018) Doctoral Scholarship (University of Cyprus Department of Psychology, 2020-2021) Marianna supervises students in the SellSTEM Marie Skłodowska-Curie ITN project and has taught diverse modules across psychology and interdisciplinary programs. Her work bridges cognitive psychology, educational technology, and science communication.

Thomas Delahuntyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• STEM Education
• Postcolonial theory and decolonisation
• Critical policy analysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Thomas Delahunty is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Maynooth University, part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. He holds dual qualifications as a psychologist (Chartered Psychologist, BPS) and secondary-level teacher. His research focuses on critical psychology in education, postcolonial theory, decolonial methodologies, STEM education equity, and the intersection of education policy with authoritarian political trends. He chairs the RAISE (Research, Application, and Inclusion in STEM Education) group and co-edits Irish Educational Studies . Key roles include Programme Director for the BSc Education programme and leadership in EU-funded projects like ERASMUS+ LIFT (Lesson Study in Future Teacher Education). His work critiques neoliberal educational reforms, examining how psychological frameworks (the 'psy-complex') shape childhood constructs and promote authoritarianism. Recent research explores LGBTQ+ equality in education and the impact of spatial skills on STEM performance. Awards include the Maynooth Teaching and Learning Fellowship (2022) and multiple Frank Oppenheimer Awards (2018, 2013). He actively supervises doctoral students (e.g., Dr. Catriona Curtin, Dr. Feargal Flanagan) and serves on committees for teacher education policy and research governance.

• Additive Manufacturing
• STEM Education
• Material Extrusion
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Rónán Dunbar is a Lecturer in the Department of Technology Education at ATU's Faculty of Engineering and Informatics. His research explores additive manufacturing processes and spatial reasoning development in STEM education. He investigates sustainable materials recycling through distributed manufacturing systems and develops pedagogical frameworks for design-based learning. His technical research focuses on material extrusion optimization, polymer recycling efficiency, and mechanical performance of printed structures. In education research, he examines spatial cognition development and technology integration methodologies for engineering curricula. Publications demonstrate integration of technical and educational research streams, with recent emphasis on circular economy applications of additive manufacturing and cognitive aspects of engineering design education. He coordinates laboratory development for additive manufacturing education and contributes to national STEM outreach initiatives.