Chris Russell is the Dieter Schwarz Associate Professor of AI, Government & Policy at the Oxford Internet Institute (OII), University of Oxford. His work bridges computer vision, machine learning, and ethical AI governance. He leads the Governance of Emerging Technologies programme, focusing on algorithmic accountability, transparency, and fairness. Prior roles include Group Leader at the Alan Turing Institute and Reader at the University of Surrey. Russell’s research has been recognized with awards, including the ICRA Best Paper Prize for autonomous driving mapping work. Research interests span algorithmic fairness, explainable AI, and responsible AI design. Notable projects include collaborations with the British Antarctic Foundation on climate modeling and causal approaches to algorithmic fairness. His work with Sandra Wachter and Brent Mittelstadt informs GDPR guidelines and tools like TensorFlow’s 'What-if Tool.' Current projects include advancing medical machine learning for inflammatory arthritis prediction and governance frameworks for emerging tech. Russell advises PhD students on socio-technical AI evaluations and teaches courses in machine learning and AI ethics. Recent publications address deepfake proliferation, LLM regulation, and fairness in foundational models. He co-leads initiatives like the Digital Good Network to align tech development with societal benefit.
Hsiao-Wen Liao is an **Assistant Professor of Psychology** in the **Adult Development and Aging program** at the **Georgia Institute of Technology**. She holds a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from the University of Florida (2017) and completed postdoctoral training at Stanford University’s Center on Longevity. Her research focuses on **autobiographical memory**, **episodic future thinking**, and **meaningful aging**, leveraging **VR and NLP methods** to explore how life experiences shape adult development. She investigates how memory processes interact with sociocultural contexts to foster resilience and continuity across the lifespan. **Research Interests**: Autobiographical memory functions, cognitive aging, intergenerational connectivity, and the role of technology (VR/NLP) in memory reconstruction. Current projects examine VR applications for recollection enhancement and NLP analysis of life narratives. **Awards & Grants**: ISSI Mini Research Grant (2024), College of Sciences Travel Grant (2025), APS Travel Assistance (2025), and ImmerseGT Hackathon Best Use of Omniverse Track (2023). **Lab Members**: Supervises graduate students (DaEun Kim, Sarah Kim, Liam Hart) and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in HCI and machine learning. Undergraduate assistants focus on neuroscience and psychology interfaces. **Lab Activities**: Janus Lab emphasizes mixed-methods approaches, combining qualitative content analysis with experimental designs. Recent projects address aging well, resilience, and technology-mediated memory interventions.
Dr. Joseph Moore is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University (JHU), serving as Director of the Agile and Intelligent Robotics (AIRO) Laboratory. He is affiliated with the Laboratory for Computational Sensing and Robotics (LCSR), the Institute for Assured Autonomy (IAA), and holds a Bridging Faculty appointment in the Research and Exploratory Development Department (REDD) at JHU/APL. His research focuses on computational control, machine learning, and robotics to enable agile systems operating in complex environments. Dr. Moore previously served as Robotics Group Chief Scientist at JHU/APL, leading projects on hybrid unmanned aerial-aquatic vehicles and aerobatic fixed-wing systems. He has secured funding as Principal Investigator (PI) for ONR, DARPA, and ARL programs, particularly in post-stall maneuvering control and multi-robot coordination. His work emphasizes robust control strategies for autonomous systems in constrained environments. Research interests include aerial robotics, optimization, and learning-based control. Notable contributions involve NMPC-based systems, UAV navigation, and adaptive control for uncertain environments. His recent articles highlight advancements in swarm coordination, morphing-wing UAVs, and PAC-NMPC frameworks. Dr. Moore advises students such as Mark Gonzales and Adam Polevoy. Key grants include ONR/DARPA-funded projects on post-stall flight control and Army-funded multi-robot coordination efforts. His lab (AIRO) and collaborations (LCSR, IAA) drive applied and theoretical robotics research.
Professor Kim A. Wagner is a Professor of Global and Imperial History at Queen Mary University of London. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge (2003) under C.A. Bayly and has held fellowships at King’s College, Cambridge, the University of Edinburgh, and a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Global Fellowship at George Washington University (2015–2018). His research focuses on colonial violence, cultural misunderstandings in empires, and the legacies of British and U.S. imperialism. Current projects include studies on the Bud Dajo Massacre (Philippines, 1906) and the Amritsar Massacre of 1919. Education: Ph.D. in South Asian History, University of Cambridge (2000–2003) Research Fellowship, King’s College, Cambridge (2003–2007) Research Associate, University of Edinburgh (2007–2009) Lecturer in Imperial History, University of Birmingham (2009–2012) Research Interests: Colonial violence and its global contexts Cultural anthropology of colonial encounters Decolonization of museums and public history Micro-histories of colonial subjects British Empire in South Asia and the Philippines Publications and Awards: Author of *The Skull of Alum Bheg* (2017), shortlisted for the Templer Medal Contributor to *Amritsar 1919: An Empire of Fear* (2019) Consultant for documentaries on colonial history, including Channel 4’s *The Amritsar Massacre 1919* Teaching and Supervision: Supervises PhD students on colonial violence and decolonization Teaches courses on Indian history, postcolonial heritage, and global history
Professor Ester Cerin is a leading academic at the Mary Mackillop Institute for Health Research, Australian Catholic University (ACU), where she leads the Behaviour, Environment and Cognition Research Program. She holds an adjunct professorship in Statistics at the Department of Community Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, and is an Honorary Professorial Fellow at both the Baker Heart & Diabetes Institute and the School of Public Health, University of Hong Kong. Her international career includes academic roles in Australia, the USA, and Hong Kong. Her research centers on the environmental and psychosocial determinants of lifestyle behaviors and health, with a focus on physical activity, cognitive health, and sustainable environments. She employs advanced statistical methods to study how urban design and neighborhood characteristics influence health across the lifespan. Her work bridges public health, urban planning, and behavioral science. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on built environment impacts on physical activity and cognitive health across age groups and continents. Her studies frequently employ multi-country designs (e.g., IPEN, iMAP) and advanced methodologies including meta-analyses, cohort studies, and objective environmental assessments. Key themes include walkability, urban densification, aging, and mental health. Top 1% of scholars, University of Hong Kong, 2015 Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher, 2019 Professor Cerin has secured over $24 million in research funding from prestigious bodies including NHMRC, ARC, NIH, and World Cancer Research Fund. She has led 12 major grants as Lead Investigator and serves as Principal Investigator for the iMAP and EPOCH studies. She supervises HDR students and mentors early-career researchers. Her leadership extends to editorial roles as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity and Associate Editor of Health & Place . She co-founded the International Cognitive Health and the Environment Network (ICHEN) to promote research and advocacy for environments that support cognitive health. Her work is embedded in large international collaborations, including multi-country cohort studies and systematic reviews under the IPEN and CEPA working groups.
Dr Glenda Cooper is Reader in Journalism Studies and Head of the Department of Journalism at City St George's, University of London , where she leads a team of 25 staff, 50 visiting lecturers, and over 500 students from 53 countries. She holds a PhD in Journalism from City and an MA in English Language and Literature from Oxford, and has played a pivotal role in elevating the BA Journalism programme to 1st place nationally in the Guardian and Complete University Guide (2023), as well as 1st for Graduate Prospects (Sunday Times 2022). Education: MA in Academic Practice, City, University of London (2022) PhD in Journalism, City, University of London MA in Creative Writing, City, University of London BA (Hons) English Language and Literature, St Hilda's College, University of Oxford PG Diploma in Newspaper Journalism, City University of London Glenda's research focuses on crisis and humanitarian reporting , journalism ethics , live journalism , and the intersection of media and politics, particularly through the legacy of Alistair Cooke’s Letter from America . She has led major funded projects with the British Academy, ESRC, Google Digital News Initiative, and HEIF. Her current research explores AI’s impact on journalism through the DMINR project and innovative storytelling formats via the News on Stage initiative and the Contemporary Narratives Lab . Her recent publications span topics such as AI in newsrooms, humanitarian scandals (#AidToo), refugee representation, and digital narrative innovation. These works reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, combining journalism studies with media technology, ethics, performance, and political communication. The articles indicate a growing focus on digital transformation, ethical challenges in sourcing, and the evolving role of journalists in public discourse. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Laurence Stern Fellow at the Post (2001) Guardian Research Fellow at Nuffield College, Oxford (2006–2007) AURORA Role Model for Future Women Leaders in Academia (2018) Glenda has supervised PhD students on topics ranging from political communication in Istanbul to the manosphere's influence on journalism. She has been instrumental in curriculum development, notably designing a core ethics module for final-year journalism students. She also serves as Reviews Editor for Journalism: Theory, Practice and Criticism , UK Director of the European Journalism Observatory, and Board Member of The Conversation UK . She co-founded and co-presented the Knowhow podcast, bridging academia and media. She co-directs the Contemporary Narratives Lab and co-founded the News on Stage project, which merges journalism with theatre through live events such as News Cabaret and News on the Street . Her play Aid Memoir , based on her PhD research, was performed at the Pleasance Theatre and featured in the ESRC Festival of Social Science.
Dr. Ava Green is a Lecturer in Forensic Psychology at City, University of London, within the School of Health and Psychological Sciences, Department of Psychology. She completed her PhD in Forensic Psychology at Edinburgh Napier University in 2020 and has held academic positions at Queen Margaret University and Edinburgh Napier University. She is a Chartered Psychologist and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Her educational background includes: PhD in Forensic Psychology, Edinburgh Napier University (2017–2020) MSc in Applied Criminology and Forensic Psychology, Edinburgh Napier University (2015–2016) BSc (Hons) in Psychology, Edinburgh Napier University (2011–2015) Dr. Green’s research focuses on gender differences in personality disorders, particularly narcissism in women, its aetiology, diagnostic assessment, and links to intimate partner violence. She explores how narcissism manifests differently across genders and challenges diagnostic biases in clinical settings. Her work also extends to criminal false confessions and the behavioural manifestations of narcissism in forensic contexts. Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on narcissism through both empirical research and public engagement. Articles span clinical studies using ICD-11 frameworks, gendered analysis of personality disorders, and accessible commentary in outlets like The Conversation. Her work integrates clinical, forensic, and social psychological perspectives, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and gender-informed assessment. Her scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Chartered Psychologist, The British Psychological Society Dr. Green is actively involved in teaching and academic leadership, serving as Programme Lead for the BSc Psychology with Criminology and Module Leader for Forensic Psychology. She supervises PhD students and welcomes research collaborations. Her professional experience includes grant acquisition and interdisciplinary research, often in collaboration with international scholars in psychology and psychiatry. She is affiliated with research teams focusing on personality disorders and contributes to academic discourse through book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles. Her work is supported by a strong foundation in both clinical theory and empirical methodology.
Univ.-Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Michael Vorländer is a full Professor and Chair of Technical Acoustics at the Institute of Technical Acoustics (ITA), Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, RWTH Aachen University, Germany. He has been the head of the institute since 1996 and is a leading figure in acoustics research and academic leadership. His extensive service includes being President of the European Acoustics Association (EAA), the International Commission for Acoustics (ICA), the German Acoustical Society (DEGA), and elected President of the Acoustical Society of America (ASA) for 2024–2027. Education: Diplom-Physiker, RWTH Aachen (1984); Dr. rer. nat., RWTH Aachen (1989); Dr.-Ing. habil., TU Dresden (1995) Professional Leadership: Pro-Dean (2007) and Dean (2009) of Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, RWTH Aachen; Spokesperson of Professors, RWTH Aachen (2012) Editorial Roles: Editor-in-Chief, Acta Acustica (1998–2003); Editorial Board, Applied Acoustics (since 1996) Michael Vorländer's primary research interests lie in the fields of auralization, room acoustics, building acoustics, psychoacoustics, acoustic measurement technology, and virtual acoustics . His work integrates physical acoustics with human perception, focusing on the simulation and reproduction of sound fields in virtual environments. He leads research in binaural technology, electroacoustics, and auditory scene analysis, with applications in noise research and interactive virtual environments. His group is involved in the Priority Program SPP2236 - AUDICTIVE, focusing on auditory cognition in interactive virtual settings. While specific recent publications are not listed, his research output is extensive, as indicated by links to filtered publications. His body of work consistently bridges theoretical modeling, experimental validation, and practical application in architectural and virtual acoustics, contributing to both engineering standards and perceptual understanding. Michael Vorländer has received numerous scientific awards recognizing his contributions to acoustics, including the prestigious RWB Stephens Medal, W.C. Sabine Medal, and Rayleigh Medal . He is a Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America and holds honorary memberships and awards from acoustical societies in Europe and beyond. He advises doctoral students and leads a multidisciplinary research team at the ITA, fostering collaboration in areas like acoustic virtual reality and spatial audio. His leadership in international societies and editorial boards highlights his role in shaping the global acoustics community. He has been instrumental in advancing research infrastructure and academic collaboration in technical acoustics. The research at his institute is organized into key areas: Acoustic Virtual Reality and Auralization, Binaural Technology and Spatial Audio, Auditory Scene Analysis, Psychoacoustics and Noise Research, Electroacoustics, and Room Acoustics. These labs and teams work on projects ranging from fundamental auditory perception to applied engineering solutions for noise control and virtual sound environments.
Tuğba Dalyan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Istanbul Bilgi University, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Yıldız Technical University (2014), an MSc from Kocaeli University (2007), and dual BSc degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science and Business Administration (Minor) from Istanbul Bilgi University (2003). She has been a faculty member since 2016 and previously served as a Teaching Staff member and Research Assistant at the same institution. Her research focuses on Natural Language Processing , Machine Learning , Deep Learning , Text Mining , Data Science , and Big Data Analytics . Her work spans computational linguistics, sentiment analysis, author profiling, machine translation, and smart systems. She has led and contributed to numerous research projects, particularly in AI-driven urban solutions and health technologies. The most recent publications show a strong trend in Turkish NLP, zero-shot classification, multimodal AI (image captioning), emotional robotics, and decision support systems using fuzzy logic. Her work combines theoretical rigor with practical applications in smart cities, education, and healthcare. Best Paper Award , CICLing 2012 TÜBİTAK 2209-A student project awards (2022–2024) Horizon2020 Eşik Üstü Ödülü , MIMOSCSA 2024 TÜBİTAK 2242 competition: 2nd and 3rd place (2016, 2018) She has advised numerous student research projects, many of which have received national recognition. She has directed multiple TÜBİTAK and institutional research grants, including projects on smart homes, blockchain crowdfunding, mental health, and AI for social polarization. Her leadership roles include Head of Department, Vice Dean, and Director of Graduate Programs. Tuğba Dalyan leads research in AI and NLP with a strong emphasis on Turkish language technologies. She is involved in interdisciplinary teams working on emotional robots, smart city platforms, and citizen science ecosystems. Her lab activities focus on neural networks, text analysis, and intelligent systems development.
Prof. Nicola Breugst is a Professor of Entrepreneurial Behavior at the TUM School of Management, Technical University of Munich. Her research focuses on the psychological dimensions of entrepreneurship, particularly the interplay between founders' thought processes, emotions, and their social/environmental contexts. She explores how entrepreneurial teams influence decision-making, employee motivation, and venture success. Her work challenges the 'lone entrepreneur' myth, emphasizing systemic interactions between founders and their ecosystems. Education: B.A. in Psychology from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich; Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship from Friedrich Schiller University Jena. Professional Experience: Held academic roles at the University of Duisburg-Essen, Max Planck Institute for Economics, Indiana University Kelley School of Business, and National University of Singapore. Research Interests: Entrepreneurial cognition, team dynamics, equity distribution, founder relationships, and the socio-economic factors shaping new ventures. Notable contributions include studies on trust in teams, envy's role in performance, and pivoting strategies in uncertain markets. Awards: 2022 Teaching Excellence Award (TUM School of Management), 2020 Best Paper in Entrepreneurial Cognition (Academy of Management), and multiple recognitions for mentorship and scholarly contributions. Grants/Advising: Extensive supervision of doctoral students (2018 award), with research supported by international collaborations. Active in entrepreneurial education and cross-cultural studies.
Christopher A. Baldassano is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Columbia University, maintaining offices in Schermerhorn Hall (370 for office, 312 for lab). Contact is available via email c.baldassano@columbia.edu or phone +1 212 854 1902 by appointment. Education Ph.D., Stanford University, 2015 Research Focus Dr. Baldassano leads the Dynamic Perception and Memory Lab investigating how humans process and recall complex real-world experiences through event segmentation, temporal/spatial structure modeling, and neural representation formation. His work integrates cognitive neuroscience with machine learning approaches to analyze fMRI data during narrative, movie, and virtual reality experiments. Key research themes include event cognition dynamics, memory summarization mechanisms, and how prior knowledge shapes mental representations of everyday experiences. Scientific Awards No awards or fellowships were documented in the provided materials. Advising and Grants While specific student advisees and grant details weren't listed, his lab structure implies active mentorship of graduate researchers in cognitive neuroscience methodologies. Funding likely supports fMRI experimentation and computational modeling infrastructure. Laboratory Operations The Dynamic Perception and Memory Lab employs functional MRI combined with data-driven machine learning techniques to model neural representation variations across stimuli and individuals. Current projects examine event boundaries in continuous experiences using ecologically valid paradigms like movies and virtual environments, with emphasis on how temporal/spatial world structures influence cognitive processing.
Professor Abhishek Singh Bhati is the Pro Vice-Chancellor and CEO at the Newcastle Australia Institute of Higher Education. He is a distinguished academic and administrator with a focus on tourism management and scholarship of learning and teaching. His research explores technology-driven tourism transformations, low-carbon tourism, and the alignment of tourism with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Bhati’s work also emphasizes tourist behavior, resilience planning, and vandalism management in tourism settings. PhD (Tourism Management), James Cook University, Australia MBA (Marketing Management), Maastricht School of Management, Netherlands Bachelor of Arts (Economics), Bombay University, India Diploma in Adult and Continuous Education, Institute of Adult Learning, Singapore Graduate Certificate in Education (Tertiary Teaching), James Cook University, Singapore His research spans technology’s role in tourism, sustainable development, and educational innovation. Recent publications address energy-economic synergies, AI in tourism, and post-pandemic travel behavior. Bhati has secured grants from organizations like the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and the Australian Government’s Office of Learning and Teaching (OLT). Scientific Honors: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
Cristi A. Gleason is a Professor of Accounting at the Tippie College of Business, University of Iowa, holding the prestigious Carlson-KPMG Research Professorship. As Editor of The Accounting Review , she shapes scholarly discourse in the field. Her 20-year academic career spans roles at the University of Arizona and leadership as Department Executive Officer (2020-2024). PhD in Management, Cornell University MS in Business and Public Administration, Cornell University MAC in Accounting, Brigham Young University BS in Accounting, Brigham Young University Professor Gleason's research focuses on corporate financial reporting , particularly income tax disclosures , analyst forecasts , and corporate governance . Her work examines how firms strategize around unrecognized tax benefits , interim reporting , and the information environment created by analyst interactions. Over 20 publications in top journals explore these intersections, emphasizing regulatory impacts like FIN 48 and strategic board composition. Recent research trends include: Worker representation effects on corporate tax behavior Accuracy of tax expense estimation frameworks Contagion risks in accounting restatements Construct validity in accounting measurement Post-Reg FD selective disclosure mechanisms Political economy of accounting standard adoption Scientific Recognition : American Tax Association Manuscript Award (2007) Public Interest Section AAA Best Paper (2020) Recipient of multiple teaching honors, including the Gilbert P. Maynard Award (2013, 2017) and Dean's Teaching Award (2006), she mentors doctoral students through her PhD seminar while maintaining editorial service on Contemporary Accounting Research (2010-2021).
Gordon Hughes is an Associate Professor of Art History in the Department of Art History at Rice University, specializing in early 20th-century European modernism with concentrated expertise in French painting and abstract art. His research significantly reinterprets foundational narratives of abstraction while extending into contemporary art and photographic history. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Art History from Princeton University (2004) M.A. from the University of Western Ontario (1996) M.F.A. in Studio Art from the University of Illinois at Chicago (1992) B.F.A. from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (1989) Professor Hughes' scholarship centers on re-examining abstract painting's origins through meticulous visual analysis, particularly focusing on Robert Delaunay's contributions to modernist vision. His work bridges pre-war European art with American conceptual practices from the 1960s-1980s, evidenced by influential publications on Fernand Léger, Georges Braque, Douglas Huebler, and Jenny Holzer. His theoretical approach integrates continental philosophy while prioritizing phenomenological engagement with artworks, reflected in his current book project Seeing Red: Murder, Abstraction, Machines which investigates intersections of art, technology, and violence. Analysis of his recent publications (2006-2022) reveals consistent scholarly engagement with French modernism's theoretical underpinnings while progressively incorporating contemporary critical frameworks. His work demonstrates evolving methodological sophistication through examinations of visual perception, medium specificity, and post-structuralist theory across diverse artistic movements from Cubism to Conceptual Art. His distinguished recognitions include: Getty Research Institute Scholar-in-Residence (2012-2013) Barr Ferree Foundation Publication Grant (2011) Terra Foundation for American Art support (2010) Professor Hughes mentors graduate students in Rice's Art History program with emphasis on close visual analysis and theoretical rigor. His research has received significant institutional support including Getty Research Institute residencies and major publication grants that facilitated his influential monograph Resisting Abstraction and editorial projects like October Files: Richard Serra .
Roozbeh Mottaghi is a Senior AI Research Scientist Manager at Meta's Fundamental AI Research (FAIR) division and an Affiliate Associate Professor at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering, University of Washington. His career spans roles as Research Manager at the Allen Institute for AI and Postdoctoral Researcher at Stanford University. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from UCLA, advised by Alan Yuille, and advanced degrees from Simon Fraser University, Georgia Tech, and a B.Sc. from Sharif University of Technology. Ph.D., Computer Science, UCLA (2016) M.Sc., Computer Science, Simon Fraser University M.Sc., Electrical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology B.Sc., Computer Engineering, Sharif University of Technology His research focuses on Embodied AI, Robotics, Computer Vision, and Multimodal Learning, with key contributions to human-robot collaboration benchmarks (PARTNR), 3D scene understanding, and adaptive navigation systems. Recent work explores zero-shot manipulation via video tracking (Track2Act) and lifelong navigation benchmarks (GOAT-Bench). Publications span 3D vision, reinforcement learning, and visual reasoning, including NeurIPS 2022 Outstanding Paper Award for "Ask4Help" and leadership in organizing challenges at CVPR and ICCV workshops. He advises students and interns who have transitioned to leading institutions like AI2, Stanford, and Brown University.
