جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Bahar ÖZTÜRK GÜNGÖRمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Visual Communication
• Social Media
• Media Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bahar ÖZTÜRK GÜNGÖR serves as a full-time lecturer and Coordinator of both the Department of Visual Communication and Computer Assisted Design and Animation within the Faculty of Communication at Near East University. Her academic foundation is rooted in visual communication and media studies, with active research contributions in digital media and societal interactions. Her educational trajectory includes: Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication and Design from Near East University (2010) Master's degree in Public Relations and Publicity from Selcuk University (2012) PhD in Media and Communication Studies from Near East University (2021) Her research program critically examines social media's integration into leisure practices and societal structures, with particular focus on Northern Cyprus contexts. She investigates typography's functional role in wayfinding systems and environmental communication, bridging design theory with practical applications in public spaces. This dual focus reflects her departmental alignment with visual communication design while expanding into sociological dimensions of digital media consumption. Publication analysis reveals consistent thematic threads across her SSCI-indexed work: recurring exploration of social media's societal penetration, methodological emphasis on regional case studies, and interdisciplinary synthesis of communication theory with visual design principles. Her 2021 publications demonstrate intensified focus on context-specific media usage patterns. Professional development includes lecturing at Adnan Menderes University (2012-2013) and strategic roles within Aydın Metropolitan Municipality's Education Department (2014-2016), establishing practical experience preceding her current academic specialization.

• Interior Architecture
• Environmental Design
• Architectural Acoustics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Donya Dalir serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Interior Architecture at Yeditepe University's Faculty of Architecture, where she conducts research at the intersection of architectural design, acoustic perception, and environmental psychology. Her work examines how sound environments shape human experience within built spaces, with particular emphasis on cultural specificity in Turkish contexts. Her academic foundation includes a PhD (2016-2022) and Master's degree (2014-2016) in Interior Architecture and Environmental Design from Bilkent University's Institute of Economics and Social Sciences, providing rigorous training in interdisciplinary research methodologies applicable to architectural acoustics. Dalir's research program investigates soundscape perception through corpus-based linguistic approaches, statistical modeling of auditory attributes, and virtual reality experiments in healthcare environments. She pioneers culturally-grounded frameworks for understanding Turkish soundscapes while exploring how auditory cues influence spatial cognition and wayfinding in clinical settings, contributing to evidence-based acoustic design principles for therapeutic spaces. Analysis of her six recent publications (2022-2023) reveals a cohesive research trajectory: developing methodological innovations for soundscape attribute identification through corpus-driven analysis and principal component modeling, then applying these frameworks to examine sound's impact on spatial knowledge acquisition in virtual healthcare environments. This work demonstrates consistent integration of architectural theory, psychoacoustics, cognitive science, and cultural studies with practical implications for healthcare facility design.

Merete Tonnesenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• Health Services Research
• Clinical Social Medicine
• Rehabilitation Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Merete Tonnesen is a Part-Time Lecturer at the Department of Public Health, Aarhus University, specializing in health services research and clinical social medicine. Her work focuses on equity in healthcare systems, rehabilitation practices, and social vulnerability. Aarhus University, Faculty of Health Sciences Department of Public Health - Health Services Research Department of Public Health - Clinical Social Medicine and Rehabilitation Research Interests: Tonnesen’s research explores social inequity in healthcare, health literacy, and rehabilitation. She employs ethnographic methods to study patient navigation, volunteer engagement, and cultural contexts of care. Article Trends: Her recent publications address tailored support for equitable healthcare (2025), Parkinson’s rehabilitation narratives (2024), and student volunteer learning processes (2024). Themes include social determinants of health, interprofessional education, and healthcare access. Projects: Active projects (2024-2026) include studies on hope in palliative care, rehabilitation goals in Parkinson’s disease, and youth schizophrenia care. She leads initiatives like the Social Health Bridge-Building Programme.

Risa Horowitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Landscape Theory
• Photography
• Creative Writing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Risa Horowitz is a Professor in the Department of Visual Arts within the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance at the University of Regina. An active artist-educator with national and international exhibition experience, her practice spans photography, video, painting, performance, installation, and creative writing, supported by numerous federal and provincial arts grants. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Visual Arts, York University (2012) MFA in Visual Arts, University of Saskatchewan (2000) BFA in Interdisciplinary Fine Arts Studies (Honours), York University (1995) Horowitz's research critically engages with landscape theory, time representation, and art-science intersections. She is renowned for Arctic projects like her Practicing Standing series created during Svalbard residencies, examining isolation, resilience, and human-environment relationships through durational practices. Her recent creative output (2016-2023) reveals a cohesive exploration of astronomical phenomena and environmental change, notably the Trees of Canada paintings and star-field landscapes. This body of work demonstrates methodological innovation through immersive video, field research, and cross-cultural exhibitions. Key recognition includes: Induction as Academician, Royal Canadian Academy of Arts (2021) Exhibition in A New Light at Canadian Embassy, Washington DC (2020) Works in Global Affairs Canada, Canada Council Art Bank, and Saskatchewan Arts Board collections As an educator, Horowitz mentors students in conceptual development across lens-based and expanded media. Her 2022-2023 Humanities Research Institute fellowship facilitated collaborative projects like Wayfinding and Fieldtrips with the Library Research Collective, emphasizing interdisciplinary research frameworks. While maintaining an individual studio practice, she actively collaborates with international institutions and research collectives, notably producing work during Arctic residencies alongside scientists and artists.

Michelle Zeibotsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Transport Planning
• Sustainable Urban Transport
• Multi-modal Transport Networks
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michelle Zeibots is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). She also serves as the Co-Leader of Program 5 — Transport Economics, Planning & Service Engineering within the UTS Transport Research Centre, a multi-disciplinary research hub dedicated to applied transport research and teaching. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Sustainable Futures from UTS, a BA(Hons) from Murdoch University, and a BSc(Arch) from the University of Sydney. Zeibots integrates operational, behavioral, and governance aspects of multi-modal urban transport networks in her research, consultancy, and teaching. Her expertise spans sustainable urban passenger transport systems, induced traffic growth, public and active transport models, and Least Cost Planning approaches to reduce road traffic congestion. Zeibots' recent research output demonstrates a strong focus on shared space modeling, pedestrian-vehicle interaction, traffic management optimization, and sustainable transport solutions. Her work bridges computer vision applications for crowd analysis with traditional transportation engineering, creating innovative approaches to urban mobility challenges. She has developed the Integrated Pedestrian-Vehicle Model (IPVM) and conducted significant research on effort-based pedestrian route choice behavior. Engineers Australia Transport Medal (2024) CRC Association Excellence in Innovation (2019) UTS Vice-Chancellor's Award for Research Excellence through Collaboration (2018) Finalist, CILTA 2018 Professional Women of the Year UTS Research Excellence Award for Collaboration (2018) As an educator, Zeibots teaches 48370 Road & Transport Engineering and has led continuing professional development courses in Travel Planning and Integrated Transport & Land-use. She has supervised PhD students through iMOVE CRC scholarships and secured significant research funding from Transport for NSW, Railway Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre, ARC Linkage Projects, and other sources. Her media presence is notable, with frequent appearances where she translates technical transport concepts into accessible language for public discussion. Michelle Zeibots maintains active professional memberships with Engineers Australia (Transport Australia Society), Planning Institute of Australia, and Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport Australia Inc. (CILTA), and her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 9, 11, 12, and 13.

• Low vision rehabilitation
• Depth perception
• Binocular vision
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vincent Nguyen serves as a Senior Lecturer in Orthoptics within the Graduate School of Health at the University of Technology Sydney. With a distinguished career spanning clinical practice, research, and academia, he brings extensive expertise in visual science and rehabilitation. His academic journey began with Honours in Orthoptics (1993) followed by a Master of Applied Science (1996), culminating in a PhD from the University of Sydney (2003) focused on binocular rivalry in visual psychophysics. Dr. Nguyen's research interests focus on low vision rehabilitation, depth perception, binocular vision, and the application of virtual reality and spatial audio technologies for assistive applications. His work bridges fundamental visual neuroscience with practical rehabilitation solutions, particularly for people with visual impairments. He has pioneered research in acoustic touch interfaces, virtual reality rehabilitation environments, and spatial audio navigation systems. His publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory from fundamental visual neuroscience to applied rehabilitation technologies. Recent work emphasizes immersive virtual reality applications for communication and physical rehabilitation, as well as innovative spatial audio systems that enhance navigation for people who are blind. His research integrates principles from neuroscience, engineering, and clinical practice to develop practical assistive solutions. Dr. Nguyen has secured significant research funding including NHMRC Ideas Grants (2023-2027) for 'Fluent Mobility for the Blind Individual Using Multimodal Auditory Sensory Augmentation' and CRC-P projects like 'ARIA - Bionic Visual-Spatial Medical Device for the Blind' (2022-2024). Current projects include 'EyeBot: AI-Powered Triage for Ophthalmology Referrals' (2025) and 'Next-Generation Extended Reality, Wearable Biosensors, and Metaverse Technologies for Medical Applications' (2024). As an educator, Dr. Nguyen teaches courses in Therapy and Rehabilitation (96037), Clinical Management of Refractive Error (96031), and Eye and Visual Systems (96027). His clinical background includes appointments as a Clinical Electrophysiologist with NSW Health (2007) and work with Vision Australia assisting people with low vision (2012). His postdoctoral work at York University's Centre for Vision Research with Professor Ian Howard focused on human depth perception, building on his foundational expertise in visual neuroscience.

• Protected Area Management
• Cultural Studies
• Archaeology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Zuhal Kaynakci Elinç is a full-time Professor and Dean at the Faculty of Architecture, Akdeniz University, where she leads the Department of Interior Architecture. She has held progressive academic positions since 1996, advancing from Research Assistant to Professor. Her administrative roles include serving as Dean (2023–present), Department Head (2014–2015), and institutional coordinator for Erasmus/Farabi programs. Education: • Ph.D. in Archaeology, Akdeniz University (2000–2007) • M.S. in Environmental Sciences, Akdeniz University (1996–1999) • B.S. in Landscape Architecture, Çukurova University (1991–1995) Research Focus: Her work integrates cultural heritage, sustainable design, and environmental management. Key areas include: Protected area conservation strategies Historical landscape restoration Accessibility in built environments Adaptive reuse of cultural sites Mediterranean garden archaeology Publication Trends: Her 15 most recent articles (2020–2023) emphasize heritage conservation, sustainable tourism, and inclusive design. Recurring themes involve archaeological site interpretation, material conservation, and pedagogical innovations in design education, often contextualized within Mediterranean landscapes. Projects & Advising: She directs research projects including: TUBITAK-funded seismic safety training for interior architecture students (2022–2024) Typological studies of traditional Turkish storage systems (2020–2021) Living walls in Mediterranean climates (2015–2017) She has supervised 9+ graduate theses addressing heritage preservation, elderly-friendly design, and museum spaces. Professional Engagement: Active in Tlos Excavations (2013–present), editorial boards for engineering journals, and international conferences on cultural landscapes.

Ajay Abrahamمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Accessibility
• Mobile Computing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ajay Abraham serves as a Postdoctoral Research Associate (Research Fellow) collaborating with Dr. Vinod Namboodiri, focusing on assistive technologies to enhance mobility and independence for individuals with disabilities through navigation and wayfinding applications. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Wichita State University, where his doctoral research developed navigation and mapping solutions for the visually impaired. His scholarly work spans Human-Computer Interaction , Accessibility , and Mobile Computing , emphasizing real-world implementation of inclusive technologies that bridge academic research with usability for target populations.

Valeria Roncuzziمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Archival Science
• Library Science
• History of Printing and Publishing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Valeria Roncuzzi is a faculty member at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bologna, where she has held fixed-term teaching positions since the 2007-2008 academic year. She teaches specialized courses in the Restoration - Library and Archival Material PFP5 program, including "Cataloging and Archive Management" (ABVPA61) and "History of Printing and Publishing" (ABST50). Her work bridges the Academy of Fine Arts and the Archiginnasio Library - Institution of Libraries of the Municipality of Bologna, where she has curated numerous exhibitions and conducted extensive research on Bolognese cultural heritage. Dr. Roncuzzi's research interests focus on the intersection of archival science, library studies, and art history. Her expertise spans archival management , history of printing and publishing , paper conservation , and cultural heritage preservation . She has made significant contributions to understanding Bologna's rich cultural history through her work with the Archiginnasio Library collections and her numerous publications on local art and library history. Her scholarly approach combines historical research with practical conservation methodologies. Analysis of her publications reveals a consistent focus on Italian cultural heritage, particularly Bolognese history. Over the past decade, her research has evolved from traditional art historical studies toward more contemporary concerns with digital preservation and library innovation. Key themes include the protection of library heritage during wartime, the evolution of printing technologies, and the strategic role of communication in promoting library services within the community. Her work demonstrates how historical understanding informs modern archival practices. As an educator, Dr. Roncuzzi emphasizes hands-on learning through visits to historic libraries and archives. Her teaching methodology combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, preparing students for careers in paper material conservation and archival management. She has supervised numerous student projects focused on the Academy's historical archives and the city's archival collections, fostering the next generation of cultural heritage professionals through experiential learning.

• Architectural Design
• Sacred Space Architecture
• Interior Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jan Mléčka serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Spatial Design within the Faculty of Architecture at Brno University of Technology (VUT Brno). His active role includes teaching courses such as Interior Design, Sacred Space, and specialized design studios across multiple academic programs. Teaches INT-T Interior (Czech, summer) Guarantees SAP-K Sacred Space (Czech, winter) Lectures on ZAR-A Basics of Architecture and MA1-A Elaboration of Master's Thesis Concept Member of the Academic Senate at the Faculty of Architecture Mléčka's research spans architectural design with particular emphasis on sacred spaces, interior architecture, and landscape interventions. His work demonstrates strong integration of theoretical concepts with practical applications, especially in historic preservation and spatial design for cultural contexts. Projects frequently address the relationship between built environments and their social or spiritual functions, with recurring themes in Moravian regional identity and adaptive reuse of heritage structures. His artistic output reveals consistent exploration of spatial narratives through exhibitions and built works, with recent projects showing increased focus on flood protection infrastructure and sacred space design. The publications demonstrate methodological diversity ranging from theoretical exhibitions to realized architectural interventions. Mléčka actively participates in academic governance as a member of the Faculty of Architecture's Academic Senate, contributing to institutional development while maintaining a robust creative practice. Coordinates design studios integrating research and build methodologies Supervises master's thesis concepts in spatial design Contributes to departmental curriculum development His professional activities include significant work on historic building restoration, particularly churches and bourgeois urban structures in Moravia, alongside contemporary residential and institutional projects that demonstrate contextual sensitivity and spatial innovation.

Trond Klevgaardمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Design History
• Scandinavian Design
• Graphic Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Trond Klevgaard is an Associate Professor of Design History at Kristiania University College, Oslo, affiliated with the School of Arts, Design and Media and the Department of Creativity, Storytelling and Design. Previously, he served as head of the BA Graphic Design programme from 2019-2021. Klevgaard's research focuses on Scandinavian design history, particularly the interwar period's 'new typography' movement. His work examines concepts like domestication, networks, and center-periphery relations within design history. He has a strong background as a professional graphic designer with experience in London and Berlin across various domains including wayfinding, corporate identity, editorial design, and book design. His major scholarly achievement is the 2021 monograph The New Typography in Scandinavia , which represents the first comprehensive study of this design movement in the Scandinavian context. His publications consistently explore how Scandinavian designers adapted international modernist principles to local contexts. Klevgaard currently leads the transdisciplinary D-FoU: Working Group for Design Research, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to advancing design scholarship. His academic credentials include a PhD in design history from the Royal College of Art and Victoria & Albert Museum in London, along with a BA (Hons) in Graphic and Media Design and an MA in Graphic Design, both from London College of Communication, University of the Arts London.

• Graphic Design
• User Experience (UX) Design
• User Interface (UI) Design
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Heba El-Kamshoushy serves as an Assistant Professor in the Master of Arts in Digital Media and Global Communications program at the University of Niagara Falls Canada, bringing over two decades of combined academic and professional design expertise. Her dual career as an educator and practicing visual designer spans undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, industry projects in branding and wayfinding systems, and internationally recognized research bridging ancient Egyptian art with contemporary digital media. Her academic credentials from Alexandria University form a cohesive trajectory: PhD in Graphic Design and Communication Master of Arts in Graphic Design and Communication Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design and Communication Dr. El-Kamshoushy's research creates unique intersections between visual design theory, Egyptology, and emerging technologies. She investigates graphical elements in Pharaonic tombs to develop modern design frameworks, pioneers VR applications for reconstructing historical sites, and explores how ancient Egyptian art informs contemporary branding systems. Her work demonstrates how historical visual communication principles can solve modern challenges in user experience design and global communications, particularly through geometric grid systems and color symbolism studies. Analysis of her 2019-2022 publications reveals consistent interdisciplinary innovation, with increasing focus on practical implementations of VR for cultural heritage preservation and cross-cultural design translation. Her conference presentations across Europe and Egypt highlight growing international recognition of her methodology for extracting contemporary design principles from archaeological contexts. Scientific Awards: No documented scientific awards or major fellowships in available records Dr. El-Kamshoushy actively supervises graduate research while maintaining industry collaborations that inform her teaching. Her dual practitioner perspective enables students to develop design solutions that balance theoretical rigor with commercial viability, particularly in culturally informed visual communication projects. She contributes to academic quality through senior reviewing roles and curriculum innovations aligning programs with evolving industry standards in digital media. Though not leading a formally named laboratory, her research group focuses on digital reconstruction of historical sites and development of Egyptology-inspired design systems. Current projects explore AI applications for color reconstruction of Pharaonic monuments and cross-cultural wayfinding solutions for international audiences.

• Sustainable Food Systems
• Energy and Food Nexus
• Water and Food Nexus
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Carla S. Ramsdell serves as Practitioner-in-Residence in Appalachian State University's Department of Physics and Astronomy within the College of Arts and Sciences, where she directs the SPICE Lab and acts as Pre-Engineering Advisor and Sustainability Liaison. Her 17-year industry background as a thermodynamic design engineer in energy systems informs her academic mission to integrate physics with sustainable food management. Her educational foundation includes: BS in Physics from Stetson University (DeLand, FL) MS in Mechanical Engineering from University of Florida (Gainesville, FL) Dr. Ramsdell's research pioneers the application of thermodynamics to food systems sustainability, investigating energy flows in cooking processes, food emissions visualization, and interdisciplinary education frameworks. She conceptualizes food as a critical energy resource requiring equitable management across the food-energy-water-climate nexus, with projects like skillet thermal analysis and the Culinary FEVER resource toolkit demonstrating physics-driven sustainability solutions. Her outreach leadership spans multiple community initiatives: Community FEaST Coordinator for local food-systems education Cooking with Purpose workshop developer Trained facilitator for the All We Can Save Climate Wayfinding Project As Director of the SPICE Lab, she cultivates hands-on student research in sustainable culinary physics while serving on The Common Ground International Food Studies Research Group advisory board. Her media presence—including features in Yale Climate Connections and The News & Observer—amplifies her mission to democratize physics knowledge for sustainable food futures through the Know Watts Cooking platform.

Otmar Bockمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Training Science
• Sports Informatics

Otmar Bock is a professor at the German Sport University Cologne, where he leads the Institute for Training Science and Sports Informatics. His research focuses on the intersection of training science and sports informatics, with a particular emphasis on human performance and technology in sports. He has published extensively on these topics, contributing significantly to the field of sports science.

• Leadership
• Aged Care
• Dementia Care
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Natalie Yates-Bolton serves as Senior Lecturer in Nursing and International Lead for the School of Health and Society at the University of Salford, where she develops global educational partnerships and knowledge transfer initiatives. She teaches Master’s programs in Nursing and Healthcare Leadership while supervising PhD candidates, though currently not accepting new doctoral students. Dr. Yates-Bolton holds a PhD investigating meaning and purpose in care home life, with educational expertise in qualitative research methodologies and leadership development. Her academic journey includes international teaching engagements in Saudi Arabia, Malta, and China focused on nursing leadership and global healthcare issues. Her research centers on Leadership, Aged Care, Dementia Care, and Cancer Care through qualitative exploration of resident lived experiences and evidence-based practice. Current work examines meaning in care home life, incident reporting systems, and pandemic impacts on nursing education, emphasizing person-centered approaches and global citizenship in healthcare. Recent publications reveal consistent focus on elderly care quality through resident perspectives, incident reporting analysis, and dementia service design. Her 2024-2020 works demonstrate methodological rigor in interpretative phenomenological analysis, while 2014-2007 outputs establish foundational contributions to dementia inclusivity and nursing values education. Scientific Awards: No notable scientific awards documented in source materials Dr. Yates-Bolton has supervised PhD students and led five significant research projects including Wolfson Foundation-funded innovation hubs and dementia service evaluations for Salford City Council and University Hospital South Manchester. Her consultancy for Australian dementia organizations involved national service evaluations and knowledge translation, supported by Garfield Weston Foundation and KTP funding. As Centre for Applied Health Research affiliate, she collaborates internationally through WHO/Health Education England workforce programs and delivers executive coaching for NHS leaders. Her global impact extends through leadership programs in Saudi Arabia, Malta, and China, alongside pandemic-era coaching for UK healthcare executives.