جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Game Studies
• Environmental Humanities
• Children's and Young Adult Literature
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Dr. Chloe Germaine is a Reader in the Department of English at Manchester Metropolitan University, researching and teaching across Literature, Creative Writing, and Game Studies. She serves as Co-Director of the Manchester Game Centre—a cross-faculty research group integrating Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Business, Environmental Sciences, and Computer Science—and Co-lead of the €3.9M STRATEGIES project. Additionally, she holds an Affiliate Researcher position at Utrecht University's Green Media group. Her academic qualifications include: PhD in English MA by Research in Literary Studies PGCE in English Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Dr. Germaine's research pioneers intersections of culture, creativity, and play to address climate crises and social inequities, developing innovative approaches through Game Studies and Literature. She specializes in tackling the imaginative challenges of environmental emergencies, particularly focusing on marginalized youth populations. Her work bridges Gothic Studies, Children's/YA Literature, co-production methodologies for climate activism, and sustainable game design for social impact, forging connections across traditionally distinct academic domains. Her recognitions include: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy She supervises PhD candidates exploring Children's/YA Literature, Game Studies (including role-playing, LARP, and board games), and Environmental Humanities. Major funded projects include STRATEGIES (Horizon Europe/Innovate UK), Young Climate Imaginaries (Independent Social Research Foundation), and Games Imagining the Future (Game in Lab/Libelled Foundations). Current initiatives feature 'Rooted in Crisis'—an eco-horror tabletop game anthology launching via Kickstarter—and carbon accounting tool development for the global game industry. As Co-Director of the Manchester Game Centre and active member of Utrecht University's Green Media group, she drives cross-institutional collaboration. Her Carbon Literacy Champion role at MMU advances campus sustainability integration, while her indie game design work bridges academic research and creative industry applications.

Martin Christof Kindsmüllerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• User Experience
• Usability Engineering
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Martin Christof Kindsmüller is a Professor of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Applied Sciences Brandenburg , holding this position since September 2014. Previously, he served as Acting Professor of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Hamburg (2012-2014). Member of GI e.V. - Fachbereich MCI Associated with Zentrum Mensch-Maschine-Systeme (ZMMS) at TU Berlin Co-founder of IUUI Research Group - Intuitive Use of User Interfaces Research Interests: His work spans User Experience (UX) , Usability Engineering , and Intuitive User Interfaces , with applications in Smart Applications , Medical Systems , and cross-platform development. He has contributed to frameworks like HCD3A for data-driven app design and theories of trend literacy. Recent Publication Trends: His 2025 studies focus on tangible interfaces and collaborative spatial interaction , while 2024 work addresses artistic data visualization and media informatics education . Earlier research (2021-2017) emphasizes UX implementation in SMEs , zooming UIs , and emotional computing . Academic Contributions: He has served on program committees for Mensch & Computer , CogSci , and KogWis conferences, and as reviewer for Behaviour & Information Technology . His teaching focuses on media informatics curricula and practical UX integration.

Joachim Nitschkeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Tangible User Interfaces
• Data Visualization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joachim Nitschke serves as a Research Fellow at the University of Hamburg within the Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences (MIN), specifically in the Department of Informatics' Human-Computer Interaction research group. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in critical infrastructure through the XR Lab and iPlanB project. Education: Master's degree in Computer Science and Communication Design from University of Hamburg and Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (2014) His research focuses on transformative Human-Computer Interaction domains: Tangible User Interfaces merging physical objects with digital functionality for maritime operations Cooperative Multitouch Systems enabling collaborative planning on shared tabletop surfaces Data Visualization techniques for complex port traffic and construction planning User-Centered Design methodologies applied to nautical environments Publication analysis (2014-2018) reveals consistent specialization in maritime HCI applications, particularly the development of the 'Peiltisch' digital planning table for Hamburg Port Authority. His work demonstrates iterative refinement of tangible interfaces for ship traffic management, emphasizing real-world usability in high-stakes operational environments like port control centers. Nitschke actively contributes to the iPlanB project developing multitouch applications for construction planning, collaborating with industry partners including Hamburg Port Authority under the smartPORT initiative. While no formal student advising is documented, his role involves mentoring within research teams. As a core member of the XR Lab, he advances extended reality applications for infrastructure planning, with current work focusing on integrating physical and digital elements for construction site management.

• Interaction Design
• User Experience
• Internet of Things
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Augusto Abreu Esteves is a Lecturer at the School of Computing , Edinburgh Napier University. His research focuses on Interaction Design , User Experience , and Wearable Computing , particularly motion matching input techniques and tangible interfaces. Current affiliation: School of Computing , Edinburgh Napier University Email: A.Esteves@napier.ac.uk Research Interests include motion-based interaction, smartwatch UX, and eco-feedback systems. He pioneered WaveTrace , a motion matching technique using wrist-worn sensors, and Wattom , an ambient eco-feedback smart plug. Scientific Recognition : Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) (2017) WaveTrace project received €5,000 funding from Design United (2017) Publication Trends show consistent contributions to Computer Science and Human Factors , with emphasis on Wearable Technology , Tangible Interfaces , and Internet of Things applications in user experience.

• Cognitive Science
• Social Robotics
• Human-Robot Interaction
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Dr. Bipin Indurkhya is a Professor at the Jagiellonian University 's Department of Cognitive Science within the Faculty of Philosophy. With a PhD in Computer Science, he has lectured globally and leads research projects in social robotics, affective computing, and creative interaction design. Master of Science in Electronic Engineering (Philips International Institute, 1981) PhD in Computer Science (University of Massachusetts, 1985) His research focuses on: Social Robotics - child-robot interaction, elderly care, educational applications, and ethical considerations Multimodal Interaction - combining visual, auditory, and haptic modalities for enhanced user experience UX Design - participatory and co-design methodologies for technology development Affective Computing - haptic-based communication systems Creative Cognition - metaphor theory and its applications in technology design Recent publications show strong emphasis on robot ethics , cross-cultural HRI studies , participatory design , and creative technologies . His work spans educational robotics, elderly care systems, and theoretical investigations into metaphorical cognition. Key scientific contributions include navigation architectures for autonomous robots, calm technology frameworks, and prosody modeling systems for artificial communication.

Markus Seidlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Pattern Recognition
• Digital Heritage
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Markus Seidl is a Professor at the University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten where he serves as Academic Director of the Creative Computing Bachelor program. He has been active in academia since 2004 and was appointed as an FH Professor in 2011. Professor Seidl specializes in computer vision and pattern recognition with a strong focus on digital heritage applications. His research bridges technology and cultural preservation, creating interactive experiences that make historical artifacts accessible to modern audiences. He has particular expertise in developing multi-touch tabletop applications for museum settings that engage young visitors. His notable achievements include collaborative work with archaeologists on digital documentation of cave/rock art (2010-2016), for which he received the prestigious Europa Nostra Award in 2016. Currently, he leads the Media Computing Research Group and is exploring how to integrate visitors' personal devices into museum digital ecosystems. His significant award: Europa Nostra Award (2016) for digital heritage work Seidl served as Managing Director of the Institute for Creative Media Technologies from 2015 to 2020, demonstrating his leadership capabilities in academic research settings. His work represents an innovative intersection of computer science, cultural preservation, and public engagement through interactive technologies.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Usability Engineering
• Web Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lee Griffiths is a seasoned Lecturer in Computer Science at the University of Salford's School of Science, Engineering & Environment , where he has held academic positions since 1998. As Programme Leader for Computer Science, he oversees the core program that serves as a gateway to Software Engineering and Cybersecurity specialisms, working closely with School Management and Associate Deans. His institutional affiliations include the Informatics Research Centre and collaborative work with the School of Health & Society on virtual environment applications for occupational therapy education. Griffiths' research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction , Usability Engineering , and Web Development , with particular emphasis on cross-cultural web usage patterns. His work examines how users from different linguistic backgrounds (Arabic RTL vs English LTR, Chinese vs European) interact with digital interfaces, utilizing innovative methodologies like mouse tracking. He has also made significant contributions to learning technologies , developing tools like MediaSurface for BBC North West Tonight and investigating flexible learning approaches in higher education. His publication record spans over two decades with consistent output in user interface and learning technology fields. Recent work shows a trend toward practical applications of HCI research in media, emergency planning, and international development contexts. His 2019 mouse tracking study represents the culmination of his cross-cultural interface research that began with his 2007 Chinese-European user comparison study. Salford Learning Technology Fellow As an educator, Griffiths has supervised hundreds of student projects across all academic levels and developed innovative teaching approaches that prioritize student engagement and real-world application. His commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion manifests through encouraging students to explore diverse cultural contexts in their work, resulting in more socially relevant technological solutions. He maintains exceptional student relationships through flexible communication channels including Discord alongside traditional university platforms, ensuring accessibility for students balancing academic and external commitments.