جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jaime Hannansمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nursing Education
• Virtual Reality in Healthcare Training
• Patient Empathy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jaime Hannans is an Associate Professor of Nursing at California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI), where she has been a faculty member since 2009. She is widely recognized for her innovative integration of virtual reality (VR) and mixed-reality technologies into nursing education to enhance student empathy and clinical preparedness. Her work has been acknowledged with the Faculty Innovation and Leadership Award from the CSU Office of the Chancellor. She collaborates with Embodied Labs and CSU Northridge’s SimPact program to create immersive simulations that allow nursing students to experience patient perspectives, particularly those of aging adults with sensory impairments or facing end-of-life decisions. University: California State University Channel Islands School: College of Arts and Sciences Department: Department of Nursing Academic Rank: Associate Professor Dr. Hannans' research interests center on nursing education, patient empathy, clinical simulation, and the use of immersive technologies such as VR to train healthcare professionals. Her educational philosophy emphasizes experiential learning and emotional engagement, aiming to cultivate compassionate, patient-centered nurses. She was inspired by personal experiences with family members' healthcare and her aunt’s legacy in nursing at Humboldt State University. The articles attributed to her reflect a consistent focus on innovative teaching methodologies, particularly the use of virtual and mixed reality to simulate patient conditions such as macular degeneration, hearing loss, and end-of-life scenarios. These works highlight trends in technology-enhanced pedagogy, empathy development, and the transformation of nursing curricula through digital innovation. Scientific Awards: Faculty Innovation and Leadership Award from the CSU Office of the Chancellor Dr. Hannans has not only advanced her own teaching but has contributed to broader educational reform by partnering with other CSU campuses and external organizations. She has been instrumental in securing programmatic support for simulation-based learning and advocating for the expansion of immersive technologies in healthcare education. While no direct mention of grants is made, her collaborative projects suggest active engagement in funded educational initiatives. She leads the VR lab in the nursing program at CSUCI, launched in 2018, and works with interdisciplinary teams including special education faculty and actors who provide real-time responses in mixed-reality simulations. Her lab serves as a model for how technology can humanize medical training and prepare nurses for emotionally complex clinical environments.

• Science Education
• Contextualized Learning
• Digital Pedagogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Day Atle Lysne is an Associate Professor in Biology and Science Education at NTNU's Department of Teacher Education within the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Ecology from the University of Tromsø and has extensive experience in primary/secondary schools and kindergartens. Previously led NTNU Competence in Schools (2009-2013) and was Head of the Program for Teacher Education (PLU) until its closure in 2016. His research focuses on contextualized learning in science education, particularly practical work’s role in primary education and digital service applications in higher education. Key themes include cross-campus learning environments, student motivation in outdoor settings, and interdisciplinary project-based learning. Recent publications explore cross-institutional collaboration, digital pedagogy, and outdoor education’s impact. He has contributed to Nordic MOOC platform development and emphasized the importance of student-active learning spaces. Notable contributions include leading the pilot study on school-based teacher competence development in Mid-Norway (2012-2013) and co-authoring works on science/math integration in technology projects. His work bridges theoretical frameworks like Merleau-Ponty’s phenomenology with practical educational design.

Nicola Dibbenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Psychology
• Popular Music Studies
• Digital Media and Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nicola Dibben is a Professor of Music and Faculty Director of Research and Innovation at the School of Languages, Arts and Societies, University of Sheffield. Her work bridges music cognition, popular music studies, and music digitalisation, with a focus on AI music generation, environmentalism, and social justice. Her research explores how music engagement shapes identity, emotions, and environmental values, including collaborations with Björk on the Biophilia album-app and projects like MIMA (Machine Intelligence for Music and Audio). She investigates ethical AI tools for musicians and the psychological impacts of synthetic media. Key Research Areas: Music and AI (assistive technologies, voice conversion) Environmentalism in music (Iceland, Colombia collaborations) Embodied cognition (facial surgery effects, prosociality studies) Digital transformations (VR, tablet-based music) Scientific Awards: Honorary Doctorate, University of Oslo (2022) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) She supervises doctoral candidates in music cognition, transgender singer experiences, and music's role in environmentalism. Her work includes Datasounds (AHRC-funded) and MiMA (Machine Intelligence for Music and Audio).

• Media Sociology
• Mediatization of Society
• Transnational Families
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Heike Greschke is a Professor of Media Sociology at the Faculty of Sociology, Universität Bielefeld, where she has held a W3 professorship since 2023. She previously served as a W2 Professor of Comparative Cultural Sociology and Qualitative Social Research at Technische Universität Dresden (2016–2023) and as a W1 Professor at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen (2012–2016). Her academic affiliations reflect a strong interdisciplinary and trans-institutional engagement, including leadership roles such as Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy at TU Dresden (2022–2023) and Vice Dean for Research. Her research interests center on the mediatization of social life, with a focus on techno-social hybridization, transnational family structures, and the transformation of presence norms. She investigates how media reshape sociality, cultural knowledge, and belonging, particularly in contexts of migration, climate change, and intercultural interaction. Her recent work explores invectivity in intercultural training and the role of media in public shaming, reflecting a deepening interest in social conflict and polarization. The trends in her publications reveal a consistent engagement with qualitative and ethnographic methods, examining how digital and physical realms intersect in shaping identity, care, and community. Her work spans global online communities, transnational care practices, and urban cultural institutions, demonstrating a broad yet cohesive research agenda. She has led significant DFG-funded projects, including within the Collaborative Research Center 1285 on Invektivität. Member, Equal Opportunities Commission, Faculty of Sociology Equal Opportunities Officer, Faculty of Sociology Deputy Chairwoman, MA Complaints Committee for International Media Studies Module Responsible for multiple courses including Media Sociology and Media and Society She has received funding and conducted peer reviews for prestigious organizations such as the DFG, Volkswagen Foundation, and Studienstiftung des Deutschen Volkes. Her academic leadership includes spokesperson roles in the German Sociological Association and advisory board memberships at research centers in Gießen and Dresden. She supervises teaching modules and leads the Greschke Group at Bielefeld, contributing to both research and pedagogy in media sociology.

• Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• User Experience Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Juri Etto serves as Coordinator of the LUX Lapland User Experience Design research group within the Faculty of Art and Design at the University of Lapland. His work bridges design innovation with emerging technologies, focusing on human-centered solutions for complex real-world challenges. Research spans four interconnected domains: Immersive Technologies : Pioneering VR/XR applications for sustainability (green transition, plastics recycling) and cultural contexts (museums, theatre) Wearable Interaction : Developing tangible interfaces like the 'Aware Eye' provotype for environmental sensing Human-Robot Systems : Investigating acceptance factors in robot dog interactions through focus groups Safety-Critical Interfaces : Designing gestural communication systems for automotive safety applications Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a strong trajectory toward applying experiential design methods to environmental sustainability challenges, while expanding into embodied interaction paradigms across cultural, domestic, and transportation contexts. Key methodologies include user studies, motion capture, and playful prototyping. As an active collaborator in the ProtoXR project (2024-2025), Etto contributes to advancing XR prototyping frameworks through European Regional Development Fund support. His work demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary integration of design theory, technological innovation, and user experience validation.

Rachel Brackenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Humanities
• American Literature
• Medical Humanities
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rachel Bracken, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). She serves as Faculty Co-Director of the M1-M4 longitudinal Reflective Practice Curriculum and Co-Director of the M4 Clinical Epilogue and Capstone Course. Her work bridges American literature, health humanities, and medical education. Bracken holds a Ph.D. in English Literature from Rice University, with certificates in Critical Theory, Teaching Excellence, and Women/Gender/Sexuality Studies. Education: Ph.D., English Literature, Rice University (2018) M.A., English Literature, Rice University (2016) B.A., English, University of Vermont (2010) Research Interests: Intersection of U.S. literature and medical/public health history Disability studies in health professions education Narrative medicine and reflective practice Health technology and biopolitical discourse Professional Activities: Director, William Carlos Williams Poetry Competition Advisor, Creatives in Medicine Student Group University Faculty Council Member Bracken’s research emphasizes disability-focused medical education, interprofessional training, and the role of narrative in fostering empathy and ethical practice. Her scholarship has been supported by NEOMED grants and published in journals like Journal of Medical Humanities and American Literary History . She lectures widely on disability studies, public health history, and medical humanities pedagogy. Her recent work includes developing curricula to improve healthcare access for disabled patients and advancing reflective practice methods in medical training. She has received awards for innovations in interprofessional education and disability competency training.

Pamela Juneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Feminist Literary Theory
• Ecofeminism
• Postmodern Literature
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Pamela June is an Associate Professor of English in the Department of English at Ohio University’s College of Arts and Sciences, Eastern Campus. She is based in Shannon Hall and contributes to interdisciplinary scholarship in feminist theory, ecofeminism, and postmodern multiethnic literature. Education: Ph.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania B.A., University of Pittsburgh Her research centers on feminist literary criticism, with a focus on ecofeminism, animal ethics, and the representation of fragmented female identity in contemporary literature. She explores works by Alice Walker, Toni Morrison, and Gloria Naylor through intersectional lenses of race, gender, and environmental ethics. Her scholarship also examines inclusivity in virtual education and challenges heteronormative structures in narrative. The publication trends reveal a sustained engagement with feminist and postmodern themes, particularly the ethics of care for nonhuman beings, the politics of memory, and resistance through narrative form. Her works span monographs, journal articles, and contributions to edited volumes, reflecting a deep commitment to interdisciplinary dialogue. Scientific Awards: Pamela June has advised graduate students in English and feminist studies, though specific names are not listed. Her research has been supported through academic appointments and institutional affiliations, contributing to discourse on equity in virtual learning environments and ethical literary representation. She has published on pedagogical inclusivity and the role of empathy in teaching marginalized texts. Labs and Research Teams: While no formal lab or research team is mentioned, her work suggests collaboration with scholars in ecofeminism, animal studies, and digital pedagogy through publications and interdisciplinary journals.

Heather Barnettمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biological Art
• Collective Intelligence
• Emergent Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Heather Barnett is a Reader and Pathway Leader for MA Art and Science at Central Saint Martins (University of the Arts London). She works at the intersection of art and biology, creating experimental works with living systems like slime mould (Physarum polycephalum), ants, and human participants. Her practice includes exhibitions at institutions such as the Science Museum (London), Pompidou Centre (Paris), and New Institute (Rotterdam), as well as collaborations with scientists and institutions like Swansea University and Tokyo Institute of Technology. PhD in Art and Science, University of Westminster (2023) Honorary Research Fellow at Swansea University (2018–present) Former Research Fellowships at University of Sussex and London School of Economics Co-founder of The Slime Mould Collective (slimoco) Her research explores nonhuman intelligence , collective behavior , and distributed knowledge systems , translating biological principles into immersive experiences using VR and generative technologies. Recent projects include The Realm (2018–2019), funded by Innovate UK, and The Physarum Experiments , which interrogates slime mould’s problem-solving capabilities through participatory art. She also investigates embodied cognition and transdisciplinary pedagogies, publishing in journals like Antennae and handbooks on art-science collaboration. Scientific awards include a Higher Education Academy National Teaching Fellowship (2012) and UAL Teaching Award (2016). She has supervised students on topics including moss-based resilience frameworks, cyanobacterial sculpture, and multispecies solidarity through slime mold collaboration. Her Scientist in Residence program at Central Saint Martins fosters cross-disciplinary experiments with researchers from Japan and the UK, including projects on cellular energy flows ( Hacking Hearts , 2019) and life’s energetic origins ( Mattering Life , 2024).

• Interaction Design
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Augmented Reality
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Rodenhouse is an Adjunct Associate Professor and Associate Chair of the Bachelor of Science in Interaction Design at ArtCenter College of Design, where she also serves as Faculty Director of the Immersion Lab. She is additionally faculty at the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), teaching graduate-level seminars on game engines and perception. Her academic work spans interaction design, immersive technologies, and critical design research. Education: B.I.D. in Industrial and Interaction Design, Syracuse University MFA in Media Design, ArtCenter College of Design Her research focuses on the intersection of design, computation, and human interaction. She explores how game engines, AR/VR, computer vision, and AI can be used as expressive and critical tools. Her work investigates the semiotics of action, playable interfaces, and how technology mediates perception and representation. Her publications in CHI and UIST reflect a strong trajectory in novel input methods and design innovation. Themes across her work include multimodal interaction, embodied computing, and the cultural implications of emerging technologies. She has led studio courses in prototyping, AR/VR, and game engine-based design, often in collaboration with industry partners like Meta, Google, and Microsoft. Scientific Awards: Jury Chair for Core77 Design Awards Fellow at Nature, Art, & Habitat Residency, Sottochiesa Italy Postgraduate Research Fellow at Media Design Practices, ArtCenter College of Design Jennifer advises students through studio courses and research projects, fostering critical and technical skills in interaction design. She has secured collaborations with major tech sponsors including Meta Reality Labs, Unity, Google, and Snap Inc. Her Immersion Lab provides cross-disciplinary access to emerging technologies and supports curriculum development in immersive design. She leads the Immersion Lab, a research and pedagogy space focused on hands-on exploration of AR/VR, computer vision, motion capture, and spatial computing. The lab partners with industry to develop relevant, experiential learning opportunities and has been featured in Core77 for its innovative integration of immersive tech into design education.

Alexandra Crosbyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Design Anthropology
• More-than-human Design
• Urban Wetlands
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Alexandra Crosby is a design anthropologist and visual communicator at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) , where she serves as Associate Dean (Teaching and Learning) . Her work bridges design practice, environmental humanities, and climate action (SDG13), with a focus on urban wetlands and water-sensitive infrastructure (SDG11). Research areas: More-than-human design, recombinant ecologies, decolonization of design Education: PhD in International Studies (UTS), BDesign (First Class Honours), BA in International Studies (UTS) Her research interests include visual communication of artificial wetlands as socioecological systems, design activism with plant allies, and Indigenous methodologies in urban planning. She co-developed the Mapping Edges transdisciplinary studio and leads projects like Repair.Design and Water Stories . Recent scientific publications focus on AI-supported participatory workshops, photo diagramming techniques for civic ecologies, and decolonizing design through counter-mapping. Her collaborations span Indonesia, Australia, and international contexts. She has received: 2008 Kirk Robson Memorial Award 2012 UTS Creative Media Social Justice Award Crosby supervises PhD students in design anthropology and collaborates with artists like Tega Brain and Jennifer Turpin. She actively writes for The Conversation , M/C Journal , and design publications.

• Phenomenology
• Intersubjectivity
• Online Sociality
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Lucy Osler is a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at Cardiff University's School of English, Communication and Philosophy. She completed her PhD at the University of Exeter in 2021 and has established herself as a significant contributor to contemporary philosophical discourse, particularly at the intersection of phenomenology, online sociality, and embodiment. Her research focuses on phenomenological approaches to intersubjectivity, online sociality, shared space, embodiment, perception, emotions, and psychopathology, as well as analytic philosophy of mind and 4E (embodied, embedded, extended, enactive) approaches to cognition and affectivity. Dr. Osler has made notable contributions to understanding how digital technologies shape social experiences, including empathy, belonging, and narrative formation in online contexts. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on how digital environments transform social interactions, with particular attention to loneliness, empathy, and the phenomenology of social anxiety disorder. She has developed innovative frameworks for understanding how objects can embody loneliness through 'obsolete affordances' and how digital technologies function as 'narrative devices' that shape our self-understanding. Her work demonstrates how seemingly disembodied online interactions can still facilitate meaningful social connection and how environments—both physical and digital—never remain neutral in supporting certain bodies, behaviors, and emotions while suppressing others. Dr. Osler has co-edited the forthcoming volume For, Against, Together: Antagonistic Political Emotions with Thomas Szanto (Cambridge University Press) and is working on Phenomenology in Action for Researching Networked Learning Experiences . Her research has appeared in leading journals including Topoi , Philosophy, Psychiatry, and Psychology , Inquiry: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Philosophy , and Philosophy and Technology . Her work demonstrates significant interdisciplinary reach, connecting philosophy with psychology, cognitive science, and digital studies.

Caroline Scarlesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Technology for Social Good
• Mixed Reality and Immersive Technologies
• Arts, Culture and Heritage
• +۱۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Caroline Scarles is Vice Dean for Research and Professor of Technology in Society at Brunel Business School, Brunel University London, within the College of Business, Arts and Social Sciences. She holds invited Visiting Professor positions at Wakayama University (Japan) and the University of Surrey (UK), underscoring her international academic influence. Brunel Business School, Brunel University London Visiting Professor, Wakayama University, Japan Visiting Professor, University of Surrey, UK Her research lies at the intersection of technology, society, tourism, and wellbeing, with a strong emphasis on technology for social good . Key areas include immersive and mixed reality technologies in arts and heritage, multisensory and embodied engagements, and the role of green and blue spaces—both physical and virtual—in enhancing mental health and wellbeing. She is particularly known for her work on augmenting visitor experiences through augmented reality and virtual reality, especially in contexts of healthy ageing and community engagement. Her recent publications span high-impact journals such as Journal of Travel Research , Tourism Management , Annals of Tourism Research , and Landscape and Urban Planning . Collectively, these works reveal a consistent trajectory toward understanding digital mediation in human experiences of place, nature, and memory, with a growing focus on mental health, sustainability, and inclusive design. Themes include social media storytelling, destination branding, ethical tourism, and the psychological impacts of immersive technologies. Caroline Scarles has secured approximately £2.5 million in research funding from prestigious bodies including ESRC, EPSRC, AHRC, InnovateUK, DEFRA, and NESTA. Her projects often involve collaboration with public and private partners such as Natural England, the Environment Agency, Smartify, and Bradt Travel Guides. She serves on the editorial boards of Journal of Sustainable Tourism , Sustainability , and Digital Geography and Society , and regularly reviews for UKRI and other international funding agencies. She actively supervises PhD students on topics including phygital visitor engagement, AR for hearing-impaired visitors, vlogs as destination promoters, and virtual travel for social connection. Her former PhD students have explored areas such as urban art, polar tourism, digital collaboration, and ethical behavior in tourism. Caroline is deeply engaged in external advisory roles, including as Director of Visit Surrey, Member of the Environment Agency Blue Space Forum, and Strategic Board Member for the Surrey Cultural Partnership. She also co-hosts Mental Health Swims, supporting open-water swimming for mental wellbeing, and is an exhibiting artist exploring water, immersion, and community through mixed media and soundscapes.

Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorioمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Indigenous Politics
• Native Hawaiian Politics
• Aloha ʻĀina
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio is an Associate Professor of Indigenous and Native Hawaiian Politics in the Department of Political Science at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, where she also serves as Undergraduate Chair. She is a Kanaka Maoli wahine, artist, activist, and scholar dedicated to decolonial, abolitionist, and liberatory futures grounded in aloha ʻāina. Her academic journey includes a PhD in English (Hawaiian Literature) from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa (2018), an MA in Art and Politics from New York University (2013), and a BA in Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity from Stanford University (2012). She is a proud graduate of Kamehameha Schools and a former Kaiāpuni student. Her research spans Indigenous politics, Native Hawaiian epistemologies, decolonial theory, and the intersections of art, activism, and scholarship. She is particularly known for her work on aloha ʻāina, relationality, and the resurgence of Puʻuhonua as alternatives to carceral systems. Her award-winning book Remembering Our Intimacies (2021) explores embodied articulations of aloha ʻāina through Indigenous queer and feminist lenses. Her creative projects, including the films This is the Way We Rise (2021) and On the Morning You Wake (2022), have been recognized at Sundance and SXSW. Her recent works reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, merging political theory, Hawaiian literature, immersive media, and community-based activism. These projects emphasize Indigenous futurisms, climate justice, and decolonial storytelling. Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellow (2017) Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow (2022) Award-winning film This is the Way We Rise (Sundance 2021) XR Experience Jury Award at SXSW 2022 for On the Morning You Wake While no formal advising list is provided, her role as Undergraduate Chair and professor indicates mentorship and academic leadership. She teaches courses such as Introduction to Indigenous Politics, Native Hawaiian Politics, and Decolonial Futures. Her work is deeply connected to community engagement, emphasizing service to the lāhui through scholarship and art. She is involved in creative and activist teams producing groundbreaking media that bridges academia and public discourse.

Winfried Gerlingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Photography theory and practice
• Digital media studies
• Intermedial design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Winfried Gerling at University of Applied Sciences Potsdam's Design Department specializes in Concept and Aesthetics of New Media. His research explores photography theory and practice, digital media environments, and intermedial design through projects like the Volkswagen Stiftung-funded research college SENSING: Zum Wissen sensibler Medien . As former Dean of the Design Department (2012-2014) and DFG Research Training Group member, he bridges academic leadership with media innovation. Education: Master of Fine Arts (Installation/Photography), Berlin University of the Arts (1994) Research: Screen image analysis, companion technologies, media forensics His publications since 2015 examine digital photography's epistemology, including Environmental Selfies (2022) and Screen-Images (2022). Current work focuses on: Post-photography screen image practices Automated visual documentation Media precarity and paradoxes Companion technology aesthetics Digital spatiality and temporality Self-documentation in crisis contexts Notable award: 1998 Europrix-Multimedia-Art nomination for Martin Luther CD-ROM . He co-founded multimedia produktionen in berlin (1996) and directed 30+ international exhibitions since 1991.

Frank Heidmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Usability Engineering
• Extended Reality (XR) Interfaces
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Frank Heidmann is a Research Professor for Design of Software Interfaces at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam, where he serves as Program Director for the Master's degree program in Design. He leads the Interaction Design Lab (IDL) and holds leadership roles including membership in the Research and Transfer Commission and Ethics Committee of FH Potsdam, and serves as Ombudsperson for good scientific practice. His educational background includes: PhD in Applied Physical Geography (1999, University of Trier) Studies in Applied Physical Geography with cartography focus (1988-1994, University of Trier) Heidmann's research spans human-computer interaction, usability engineering, and interface design, with evolving focus from cartographic communication to XR interfaces and mental health applications. His work integrates eye-tracking, tangible interfaces, and user-centered design methods, particularly addressing aging society needs and social anxiety disorders. Recent projects emphasize collaborative XR learning and neurofeedback systems. His publication trends reveal consistent contributions to HCI conferences (CHI, DIS, NordiCHI) with growing emphasis on: Immersive technologies (XR/VR) Mental health applications Collaborative interaction paradigms Critical design approaches Heidmann actively supervises design education initiatives and leads significant projects including DISA (Digital Inclusion for Social Anxiety), FUX-XR@FH:P (Extended Reality), and international partnerships with National Taipei University of Technology. As project manager at IDL, he implements research on human-technology interaction, interface design for aging populations, and user-centered design integration. His leadership extends to curriculum development projects like Design '0815' for adapting design education to digital workplaces.