Deborah Richards is a Professor in the School of Computing at Macquarie University, affiliated with the Ethics and Agency Research Centre, Performance and Expertise Research Centre, and Frontier AI Research Centre. She holds roles as Industry and External Relations Director for the School and Director of the Virtual Reality Lab. Her research focuses on Intelligent Virtual Agents, Virtual Reality applications in education and health, knowledge acquisition, and cybersecurity ethics. She has authored over 425 publications and led 19 research projects, including studies on AI in healthcare and ethical AI design. Education: PhD (Artificial Intelligence, Macquarie University), MAppSc (Information Studies), BBus (Computing and MIS), and a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (Leadership and Management). She advises on PhD and MRes students in Intelligent Virtual Agents research. Research interests include virtual agents for health behavior change, AI ethics, and educational technology. Notable projects include the eADVICE web-based management system for urinary incontinence and the development of embodied conversational agents for wellbeing support. Awards include the ABC Science Media Fellowship (2005) and Vice-Chancellor’s Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning (2017). Grants and collaborations span health informatics, cybersecurity, and AI ethics. She co-leads initiatives like the Respectful Maternity Care study and the Virtual Reality Lab’s immersive learning environments. Future work emphasizes ethical AI integration in education and healthcare.
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Professor Guy Wallis is a Professor and Director of Research at the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Queensland. He is also an Affiliate of the Centre for Sensorimotor Performance. His work bridges visual neuroscience, computational modeling, and applied human factors research, with significant contributions to understanding visual recognition and visuomotor behavior. Education: Bachelor (Honours) of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Imperial College London PhD in Visual Neuroscience from University of Oxford, UK Prof. Wallis's research program combines computational modeling with behavioral studies, many conducted in computer-controlled virtual environments. His work spans visual neuroscience, object recognition, visuomotor control, and simulator-based training. He has made significant theoretical contributions to understanding how visual recognition is achieved in biological systems and how everyday visuomotor tasks are regulated, challenging existing paradigms and offering new insights. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on virtual reality applications, visual-motor integration challenges, and cross-species cognitive studies. There's a clear trend toward investigating how virtual environments can be optimized for training and assessment, with particular attention to visual perception limitations and how humans adapt to these environments across diverse contexts from surgical training to aviation. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Elected Fellow of the Queensland Academy of Arts and Sciences (2022) ARC Medical Research Advisory Group (2022-2024) ARC College of Experts (2019-2021) CSIRO CSS Human Research Ethics Committee member (2020-2022) UQ Health and Behavioural Sciences Faculty, HDR Supervision Award (2018) ARC Future Fellowship (2011-2014) ARC QEII Fellowship (2003-2007) UQ Postdoctoral Fellowship (2001-2003) Prof. Wallis has successfully secured funding from major organizations including the Australian Research Council, the Human Frontier Science Program, and the Wellcome Trust. His industry partnerships span diverse sectors such as construction training, mining, healthcare, and aerospace. His research has led to the development of novel training programs for health professionals, impacted the design of man-machine interfaces for mining equipment, and informed the design parameters for pilot training systems. As Director of Research, he oversees the research direction of the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and supporting early-career researchers through his leadership in the Centre for Sensorimotor Performance.
Craig Jinمشاهده پروفایل
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Craig Jin is an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney, leading the CARlab (Computing and Audio Research Laboratory) and Spatial Audio Research initiatives within the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He holds a BS from Stanford University, an MS from Caltech, and a PhD from the University of Sydney. His work focuses on immersive audio technologies, biomedical signal processing, and assistive technologies for sensory augmentation. Research interests include spatial audio reproduction, binaural processing, acoustic sensing for accessibility, and machine learning applications in signal processing. Key contributions span HRTF interpolation, noise reduction algorithms, and acoustic touch systems for the visually impaired. Recent projects include real-time MRI analysis of vocal tract dynamics and sparse recovery techniques for sound field reconstruction. His publications span over 150 peer-reviewed articles in journals like IEEE Transactions on Audio, Speech, and Language Processing, and conferences such as ICASSP. He advises four current PhD/Master’s students on projects like predictive gesture tracking, voice disorder classification, and magnetic resonance imaging techniques.
Robin Laycockمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr. Robin Laycock is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Health and Biomedical Sciences at RMIT University. He leads the Social and Cognitive Neuroscience (SoCoNeuro) Lab, focusing on behavioral and neural mechanisms of social perception in neurotypical and neurodivergent populations, including autism spectrum disorders and the neurocognitive effects of concussion. His research integrates methodologies such as eye-tracking, EEG, and fNIRS to study visual perception, face processing, and the impact of stress/anxiety on cognition. Dr. Laycock holds a PhD from La Trobe University, where he investigated visual processing pathways. His work also includes the BabyFace study, exploring social perception in pre-term infants using fNIRS. He is affiliated with RMIT’s Healthy Foundations Research Group and supervises research projects on topics like concussion neurocognition and social media’s neurobiological effects. Research interests span visual neuroscience, social neuroscience, and clinical applications of neuroimaging. He teaches undergraduate courses in Biological Psychology and supervises postgraduate research in vision science, neuropsychology, and affective neuroscience. His lab’s recent studies examine sex differences in sports-related concussion neuroimaging and the role of deepfakes in emotion perception research. He actively collaborates on projects addressing autism traits, stress effects on visual processing, and neuroimaging advancements.
Yang Songمشاهده پروفایل
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Yang Song is an ARC Future Fellow and Scientia Associate Professor at the School of Computer Science and Engineering , University of New South Wales (UNSW) . She serves as Associate Head of School (Research) and Co-Director of iCinema , focusing on AI and Computer Vision applications for social good. Education: BEng in Computer Engineering (Nanyang Technological University, Singapore), PhD in Computer Science (UNSW, 2013) Research Areas: Biomedical image analysis, human-centred AI, graph data modeling, neuro-symbolic learning, and AI trustworthiness. Her work develops domain-specific deep learning models for radiological segmentation, histopathology cancer analysis, and 3D reconstruction. Recent projects address explainability in LLMs, fairness in AI, and human-robot interaction frameworks. With over 200 peer-reviewed publications in top venues like CVPR , MICCAI , and NeurIPS , her research spans biomedical imaging, robotics, and general multimodal AI. Scientific Awards include: 2024: ARC Industrial Transformation Research Hub for Human-Robot Teaming 2023: Google Inclusion Research Award 2022: NHMRC Ideas Grant for computational brain imaging 2021: UNSW Engineering Research Excellence Award 2020: Scientia Fellowship (UNSW) 2019: ARC Future Fellowship She supervises 24 current PhD/MPhil students and has graduated 15 advisees, including placements at Harvard University and Siemens Healthineers. Her grants include collaborations with Surf Life Saving Australia and industry partnerships for AI-driven solutions.
- Computer Vision
- Deep Learning
- Multimodal AI
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Professor Michael Milford is a robotics and computer vision expert at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), serving as Joint Director of QUT's Centre for Robotics. His research bridges robotics, neuroscience, and computer vision, focusing on biologically inspired navigation systems for autonomous vehicles and drones. He has pioneered projects like SeqSLAM and RatSLAM, emphasizing the synergy between biological intelligence and robotic systems. Research Interests: Milford explores navigation algorithms inspired by animal behavior, energy-efficient neural networks, and autonomous systems. His work aims to create robots capable of operating in dynamic environments through interdisciplinary collaboration with institutions like MIT, Harvard, and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Awards & Recognition: Awarded the 2019 Batterham Medal and a $2.7M Australian Laureate Fellowship for his project on GPS-independent positioning systems. His work has produced highly cited papers in robotics and computer vision, including breakthroughs in visual SLAM and place recognition under varying conditions. Teaching & Collaboration: Milford mentors students in robotics and AI, launching initiatives like the STEM Storybook to inspire youth. He collaborates globally, emphasizing cross-disciplinary research to bridge gaps between fundamental and applied sciences. Labs & Projects: Leads QUT's Centre for Robotics, advancing technologies for autonomous systems. His projects explore neuromorphic computing, SLAM systems, and bio-inspired navigation, with applications in defense, transport, and environmental monitoring.
- Robotics
- Neuroscience
- Computer Vision
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Professor Arcot Sowmya is a distinguished academic at the University of New South Wales, serving as Professor in the School of Computer Science and Engineering. With a strong background in both computer science and mathematics, she has established herself as a leading researcher in machine learning and computer vision applications, particularly in medical imaging and diagnostics. Dr. Sowmya earned her PhD in Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, along with an MTech in Computer Science, MSc in Mathematics, and BSc in Mathematics from the same institution. Her academic journey has positioned her at the intersection of theoretical computer science and practical medical applications. Her research interests span multiple domains with a primary focus on Machine Learning for Computer Vision . She has made significant contributions to learning object models, feature extraction, segmentation, and recognition techniques. Her work extends into medical image analysis, computer-aided diagnostics, high-resolution remote sensing, and biomedical informatics. More recently, she has applied similar techniques to social sciences domains, developing improved forecasting models for genocide and politicide. Her earlier work also includes contributions to real-time, concurrent, and embedded systems. Analyzing her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward medical applications of computer vision and deep learning. Her work spans from OCT-based glaucoma diagnosis to tumor segmentation, lung disease detection, and breast cancer prognosis. She has successfully bridged computer science with clinical medicine, developing practical tools for disease diagnosis and prediction that incorporate explainable AI approaches. Professor Sowmya's collaborative approach is evident in her extensive publication record across multiple journals and conferences. She has worked with researchers from diverse fields including ophthalmology, oncology, neurology, and public health, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of her research. Her laboratory work focuses on developing robust deep learning architectures for medical image analysis, with particular attention to segmentation networks, transformer models, and multimodal data fusion techniques. Her team has developed specialized networks for lung segmentation, tumor detection, and disease classification that address specific challenges in medical imaging.
Steven Meikle is a Professor of Medical Imaging Physics and Head of the Imaging Physics Laboratory at the Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney. He also serves as Deputy Director (Preclinical) of Sydney Imaging and Deputy Director of the National Imaging Facility's Sydney node. His expertise spans advanced imaging technologies, with a focus on PET/SPECT instrumentation and molecular imaging. He holds a B.App.Sc.(Hons) from the University of Technology Sydney and a PhD from the University of New South Wales. Research focuses include developing novel PET systems like Open-field PET (for freely moving rodents) and Total Body PET, which enhance imaging sensitivity and enable real-time behavioral studies alongside brain function analysis. Collaborations include Tsinghua University (China) and UC Davis (USA). He leads projects on motion correction, quantitative imaging, and AI-driven analysis. Key achievements include over 180 peer-reviewed publications, editorial roles in Physics in Medicine and Biology , and leadership in professional societies. Awards include IEEE Senior Membership and Australian Institute of Physics Fellowship. Current student projects explore Total Body PET applications, motion correction, and radiopharmaceutical evaluation. Teaching roles include medical physics courses in diagnostic radiography and medical physics programs. He advises on imaging ethics, facility implementation, and translational research bridging basic science and clinical applications.
- Medical Imaging
- Molecular Imaging
- Neuroscience
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Professor Anna Marie Munster is a distinguished academic and artist at UNSW Art and Design (College of Fine Arts), where she has held a full-time tenured position since 2001. Her work bridges theoretical scholarship with creative practice, establishing her as a leading figure in digital media art and critical theory. University: University of New South Wales School: College of Fine Arts (UNSW Art and Design) Position: Professor Qualifications: PhD from UNSW (2002), BA (Class 1 Hons with University Medal) from University of Sydney (1984) Professor Munster's research explores the intersections of art, technology, and philosophy, with particular focus on statistical visuality, radical empiricism, the politics and aesthetics of machine learning, and more-than-human perception. Her work integrates process philosophy with contemporary media practices, examining how time, movement, and sonicity shape our experience of digital environments. She approaches these topics through both theoretical scholarship and creative practice, often collaborating with artist Michele Barker on multi-channel audiovisual installations. Her publications reveal a consistent trajectory exploring the relationship between embodiment and digital media, with recent work focusing on AI and machine learning in cultural contexts. Munster's creative output demonstrates sophisticated integration of technical innovation with philosophical inquiry, particularly in how her installations challenge conventional perceptions of time and space. ARC, UNSW Student Council Award for Excellence in Postgraduate Supervision (2017) Dean's Award for Excellence in Postgraduate Supervision (2015) Highly commended for Materializing New Media at Prix Ars Electronica (2008) Winner of National Digital Art Awards 'The Harries' (2006) University Press of New England Publishing Award (2005) Professor Munster has completed over 20 PhD and Masters supervisions at UNSW and been involved in another 10 secondary supervisions. She currently supervises five PhD candidates working on diverse topics including coding materialities, critical bio-textiles, schizophrenia and XR technologies, sound and resonance, and affective drawing. Her ARC-funded research projects demonstrate sustained commitment to interdisciplinary work, particularly at the intersection of art, science, and technology. Her creative practice with Michele Barker has resulted in numerous commissioned installations exploring perception, embodiment, and the relationship between humans and technology.
Pulin Gongمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr. Pulin Gong is an Associate Professor in the School of Physics at the University of Sydney. His research focuses on understanding the self-organizing mechanisms of neural circuits' spatiotemporal dynamics and their computational principles. He investigates distributed dynamic computation via propagating neural waves, irregular neural activity variability, and coherent spatiotemporal patterns in large-scale neural data. His work combines experimental and computational approaches to unravel neural coding principles. Research interests include: Distributed dynamic computation (e.g., visual feature integration) Irregular neural dynamics and membrane potential fluctuations Coherent spatiotemporal wave patterns (e.g., spiral waves) Recent projects involve analyzing cortical wave patterns in mice and primates, fractional neural sampling, and Lévy walk dynamics in neural systems. Collaborators include institutions like Fudan University and Kyoto University. Current research student: Andrew LY, working on cortico-cortical loop dynamics and AI applications.
David Sewellمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr. David Sewell is a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Head of School (Teaching & Learning) at the School of Psychology, The University of Queensland. His research focuses on attention, learning, memory, and decision-making, with a strong emphasis on formal mathematical models of human cognition. He is affiliated with the Centre for Perception and Cognitive Neuroscience within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences. Education: Bachelor (Honours) of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy, both from the University of Western Australia. David's research explores the intersection of cognitive psychology and computational modeling. Key areas include perceptual decision-making, attentional mechanisms, and the application of diffusion models to understand cognitive processes. His work also extends to sustainability and collective self-regulation through cognitive frameworks. The 15 most recent articles highlight his contributions to modeling decision thresholds in memory prioritization, analyzing gaze cueing effects, and investigating neural correlates of confidence in multisensory decisions. Collaborative projects frequently involve interdisciplinary approaches, combining neuroscience, psychology, and computational methods. He has supervised multiple PhD candidates, serving as Principal or Associate Advisor, with research topics ranging from visual categorization to metacognition in children. Current and past funding includes ARC Discovery Projects on collective self-regulation and category learning constraints.
Dr. Emma Axelsson is a Lecturer at the School of Psychological Sciences, University of Newcastle, Australia. Her research focuses on cognitive and social development in typically and atypically developing children, with specific interests in early word learning, sleep-related memory consolidation, screen time effects on development, and infants' social category representations using eye-tracking technology. Doctor of Philosophy, University of East London Bachelor of Arts (Honours in Psychology), University of Queensland Dr. Axelsson's research spans multiple disciplines including cognitive neuroscience, memory and attention, and child development. She explores how sleep patterns interact with learning outcomes, investigates screen time's impact on preschoolers' cognition, and examines visual processing of bodies and faces in developmental contexts. Her recent publications highlight trends in screen time research, with 2025 studies analyzing executive function and sleep interactions, and 2024 work examining cross-species social evaluation mechanisms. Earlier articles (2022-2013) cover temperament effects on word learning, body perception mechanisms, and longitudinal developmental studies. Dr. Axelsson supervises multiple PhD and Masters projects related to screen time, sleep, and neurodevelopmental outcomes. Her research team collaborates internationally through networks like ManyBabies and Healthy Minds (Hunter Medical Research Institute).
Judith Wolfeمشاهده پروفایل
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Judith Wolfe is a Research Fellow at the Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry, part of the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy. Her work bridges theology, philosophy, and cognitive science, focusing on religious imagination, narrative theory, and the intersection of art and meaning. She explores how biblical narratives shape theological understanding and investigates the cognitive effects of engaging with art and fiction. Her interdisciplinary approach addresses questions of perception, emotion, and the role of faith in contemporary contexts. Her research interests include the philosophical underpinnings of religious attitudes, the role of narrative in transmitting knowledge, and the empirical study of religious experience. Notable contributions address topics like the buffering effect of fiction on negative emotions, cross-modal associations in art, and the renewal of perception through religious faith. Wolfe has collaborated extensively with scholars such as Marina Iosifyan on studies of art perception and narrative engagement. Her publications span journal articles and edited volumes, reflecting her commitment to advancing interdisciplinary dialogue between theology, philosophy, and empirical research.
- Theology
- Philosophy of Religion
- Cognitive Science
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Steven Gohمشاهده پروفایل
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A/Pr Steven Goh is an Associate Professor in Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ), affiliated with the School of Engineering. He holds advanced degrees including a DEng from USQ and is a Fellow of Engineers Australia. His research focuses on engineering education, practice, management, and biomedical engineering. He has received notable awards such as the 2015 Australian Government OLT Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning and multiple USQ accolades. Education: BEng(Hons) in Manufacturing & Materials (UQ), MBA (Deakin), MProfAcc (USQ), DEng (USQ), and a Diploma in Company Directorship (AICD). Research Interests: Engineering education innovation, sustainable energy systems, and biomedical applications. He actively contributes to professional bodies like the Australasian Association of Engineering Education and serves as Editor (Strategic) for the Australian Journal of Mechanical Engineering. Awards: Multiple teaching excellence awards from USQ (2008-2010) and the 2015 national OLT Citation. Advising/Grants: Not explicitly detailed in text; his roles include supervising students and leading research projects on engineering education and asset management. Labs/Teams: Associated with the Centre for Future Materials and Centre for Health Research at USQ.
Simran Kaurمشاهده پروفایل
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Simran Kaur is a Senior Lecturer and Head of the Education Academy at Monash University Malaysia, School of Business, Department of Management. She holds a PhD in Management from the same institution and has a strong interdisciplinary background in psychology and business. Her academic leadership includes roles as Discipline Coordinator (2023–2024) and Change Champion for the Digital Learning Uplift Project. Her educational qualifications include: Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business (Hons.), Monash University Malaysia Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management, Monash University Malaysia Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP), Lancaster University Simran Kaur’s research focuses on behavioural aspects in management and marketing, with key interests in consumer behaviour, brand management, decision-making, Islamic marketing, and higher education pedagogy. She integrates psychological insights into marketing theory, exploring how identity, religion, and digital media influence consumer choices. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and experiential learning, reflected in her training in LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®. Her recent publications span topics such as sacred consumption, influencer marketing, country image during crises, and Halal consumer behaviour. These works reflect a strong trend in understanding cultural, emotional, and cognitive drivers of consumer decisions, particularly in Asian and Muslim-majority contexts. Her scientific awards highlight her excellence in teaching and academic development: Education Excellence Award (2023) Purple Letter for Teaching Excellence, S1 2024 Purple Letter for Teaching Excellence, S2 2022 Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2021) She is actively involved in academic service, including peer review for Marketing Intelligence & Planning , supervision of non-HDR students, and organizing curriculum reviews and academic conferences. She serves as an invited speaker and contributes to digital pedagogy innovation. While no formal lab or research center is mentioned, her role as Change Champion and involvement in projects like the Digital Learning Uplift indicate leadership in educational transformation.