جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Michael Palmerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Computer Science Education
• STEM Education
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Palmer serves as an Instructor of Informational Systems and Software Development within the Cyber Security and Information Systems Department at Maryville University's John E. Simon School of Business. He holds a Master of Arts in History and Gender Studies and a Master of Science in Cyber Security, and is a certified sixth through 12th-grade teacher. He also founded and leads Code Red Education, an initiative highlighted in the St. Louis Business Journal for teaching coding to 4,000 students. Education: Master of Arts in History and Gender Studies Master of Science in Cyber Security His research examines technology's societal, political, cultural, and gendered impacts with emphasis on civic technology applications. As an expert in computer science pedagogy and STEM education, he integrates user interface/user experience principles into technical curriculum design. His work bridges software development with social responsibility through educational outreach. Palmer teaches iOS App Development, Advanced iOS App Development, Data Structures, Web Applications, and Object Oriented Programming. Prior to Maryville, he served as a K-12 teacher/curriculum developer in Ferguson Florissant School District and Director of Technology Solutions in Parkway School District, demonstrating sustained commitment to educational technology infrastructure.

Lubomir Ivanovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Language Processing
• Authorship Attribution
• Virtual Reality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lubomir Ivanov is a Professor of Computer Science and current Chair of the Computer Science Department at Iona University, where he also serves as Game Development Coordinator and primary contact for all undergraduate programs. He joined Iona in 1999 after completing his academic training at Stevens Institute of Technology and has established himself as a versatile educator teaching courses ranging from computer architecture to virtual reality development. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Stevens Institute of Technology M.S. in Computer Science, Stevens Institute of Technology B.S. in Computer Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology Dr. Ivanov's research demonstrates exceptional interdisciplinary breadth, with dual pillars in Natural Language Processing and Applied Virtual Reality . His NLP work pioneers authorship attribution techniques using linguistic features from phonetic patterns (alliteration, assonance) to semantic dimensions (abstractness/concreteness), particularly for historical texts like Thomas Paine's writings. Simultaneously, his VR research creates impactful educational tools, including anti-bullying simulators with facial-expression recognition and mental health applications for non-suicidal self-injury assistance, reflecting strong collaborations with psychology departments. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2016-2024) reveals an evolving trajectory: early work focused on phonetic features for authorship analysis, progressively incorporating semantic and sentiment features, while his VR research matured from basic environments to sophisticated systems integrating real-time facial recognition and user experience optimization. Both strands consistently address real-world problems through computational methods. Scientific Awards: None mentioned in source material. Dr. Ivanov actively mentors students on research projects including the 'Bully' virtual environment and NSSI assistance software, securing collaborative grants with psychology departments. His leadership extends to university governance through the Faculty Senate and previous department chairmanship (2006-2009), alongside curriculum development for game development courses targeting non-CS majors. He directs a cross-disciplinary research ecosystem centered on the Game Development concentration, integrating computer science with education and psychology to create socially impactful technologies through ongoing VR and NLP innovation.

Andres Karjusمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Language Dynamics
• Cultural Evolution
• Digital Humanities
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Andres Karjus is a Senior Researcher at Estonian Business School and Lecturer in Digital Humanities and Artificial Intelligence at Tallinn University, where he is also a member of the CUDAN Cultural Data Analytics lab. His multidisciplinary work bridges linguistics, artificial intelligence, and cultural studies, employing methods ranging from machine learning to cognitive experiments. Estonian Business School: Senior Researcher Tallinn University: Lecturer in Digital Humanities and AI CUDAN Lab: Member of Cultural Data Analytics team University of Edinburgh: PhD from Centre for Language Evolution His research focuses on language and culture dynamics, particularly evolutionary processes driving change over time. Karjus specializes in applying computational methods to humanities and social science questions, with recent projects spanning art history, creative industries, and media analysis. He is particularly known for his work on linguistic evolution in polarized social media environments and quantitative analysis of global film festival circuits. His publications demonstrate a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research combining AI techniques with traditional humanities approaches. Recent work has focused on applying large language models to mixed methods research, analyzing film festival diversity through latent space modeling, and studying linguistic divergence in polarized online communities. These studies consistently employ innovative computational approaches to address complex cultural phenomena. Nationally Recognized Science Communicator (2024) - Estonian Science Foundation Karjus actively engages in knowledge transfer through consulting and workshops on R, statistics, data visualization, and generative AI. He has developed training materials for academic audiences across disciplines and frequently collaborates with public and private sector organizations on cross-sector initiatives. His educational background in both linguistics (University of Edinburgh, University of Tartu) and artificial intelligence (KU Leuven) uniquely positions him to bridge technical and humanities domains. He leads the CUDAN lab's research on cultural data analytics and has developed interactive dashboards for visualizing complex cultural datasets, including the film festival circuit analysis platform. His current projects focus on machine-assisted quantitizing designs for humanities research and exploring socioeconomic factors in cultural representation.

Bob De Schutterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Game Design
• Gerontology
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bob De Schutter is a Professor at Northeastern University with a joint appointment in Khoury College and the College of Arts, Media and Design (CAMD), where he coordinates the Game Science and Design program. As founder of Lifelong Games, he pioneers gerontoludic design—a framework challenging ageism in gaming by creating meaningful, emotionally resonant experiences for older adults that prioritize playfulness over utilitarian 'brain training' applications. De Schutter holds a PhD in Communication Science and a Master's degree in Arts. His educational journey began with childhood game development, leading to groundbreaking work that bridges academic research and practical design. His formal training informs his player-centered approach, emphasizing iterative design with diverse aging populations to create inclusive gaming experiences. His research revolutionizes game design for aging populations through three core pillars: gerontoludic design (extending the MDA framework with age-specific aesthetics), AI-supported accessibility (adapting interfaces to physical/cognitive needs), and gaminiscing—using games to evoke personal memories and foster intergenerational connection. He challenges the gaming industry's youth-centric focus by demonstrating how games preserve cultural heritage (e.g., Brukel's WWII narratives) and support cognitive/social well-being in later life through immersive storytelling. De Schutter's publication history reveals a consistent trajectory from foundational theory (2011-2016) to applied innovation (2015-2017), with increasing emphasis on virtual reality and procedural generation. His work consistently argues that games for older adults must prioritize emotional depth and meaningful play rather than reductionist 'cognitive training,' while addressing systemic ageism in game development pipelines and industry practices. His scientific recognition includes: Gold medal at the Serious Play Awards for Brukel De Schutter actively mentors students through Northeastern's co-op program and project-based courses, integrating real-world development into education. As coordinator of the Game Science and Design program, he shapes curriculum that blends technical skills with creative design, emphasizing portfolio development. His advocacy extends to industry leadership through the International Game Developers Association and IndieCade, where he promotes inclusive design standards. He leads Lifelong Games, a research lab producing award-winning titles like Brukel and Cardistry. The lab collaborates with students (e.g., Brandon Lyman, Reina Chan) and faculty like Prof. Chris Barney on projects merging machine learning with storytelling to create personalized memory-driven games. Current initiatives include Restless (procedural generation for diverse narratives) and scaling Cardistry's AI-generated 'gaminiscing' cards, with plans to expand the lab's capacity for student hires and game production.

• Visual Communication
• Data Visualization
• Storytelling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Samuel Frei serves as a Lecturer at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts – School of Design, Film and Art, where he teaches Visual Communication and Data Visualization across Bachelor's and Master's programs including the Applied Information and Data Science and MA Design curricula. His academic journey began after a career shift from biology and finance, completing a Master's in Design in 2011 followed by dissertation research at University College Dublin's SMARTLab (2012-2020). His research focuses on the intersection of analog and digital media, particularly in immersive technologies (AR/MR/VR) , cultural heritage digitization , and data storytelling . Key projects include the Digital Storytelling Lab, ALE (UNESCO World Heritage mobile experiences), and IDN-Kommunale Energie-Transformation. His work consistently explores how mobile and immersive technologies transform learning in cultural institutions and tourism contexts. Frei's 2024-2022 publications reveal a strong trend toward geospatial data visualization in tourism, cultural heritage preservation through mixed realities , and participatory digital archiving , often involving Swiss parks, museums, and indigenous communities like Amazonian collectives. His work bridges technical development with human-centered design principles. Nomination for Swiss Design Prize 2017 (Research category) Best of Swiss App Award 2016 (2x Bronze for ALE project) As former coordinator (2013-2023) and director (4 years) of continuing education programs, he managed interdisciplinary collaborations with cultural institutions, nature conservation groups, and educational organizations. His current leadership of the Investigative Methods in Research Practice module (2025) demonstrates ongoing curriculum development. Frei also maintains professional practice as an illustrator and concept designer, applying research to real-world projects in conservation and cultural sectors. His Visual Narrative research group serves as the primary laboratory context, producing projects like the Digital Storytelling Lab and Virtuelles Museum that integrate mobile technologies, indigenous knowledge systems, and emerging AI/AR platforms for cultural engagement.