جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Digital Archaeology
• 3D Visualization
• Spatial Technology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nicolò Dell'Unto serves as Professor of Archaeology at Lund University's Department of Archaeology and Ancient History within the Faculty of Humanities and Theology. His research pioneers digital methodologies for archaeological analysis, specializing in 3D visualization, spatial technology, and virtual reality applications that transform how we perceive and investigate the past. Based at Helgonavägen 3 in Lund (Room LUX:A122), he directs the Digital Archaeology Laboratory (DARKLab) and oversees undergraduate/postgraduate digital archaeology programs. His educational background includes: Archaeology studies at University of Rome, La Sapienza PhD in Technology and Management of Cultural Heritage from IMT Lucca, Italy Postdoctoral fellowship at University of California Merced Dell'Unto's research focuses on how laser scanners, photogrammetry, GIS, and virtual reality technologies fundamentally reshape archaeological practice. His work bridges technical innovation with theoretical frameworks in landscape archaeology, emphasizing practical field applications while addressing methodological challenges in data interpretation. Key themes include digital documentation standards, 3D data management, and the cognitive impact of visualization tools on archaeological reasoning. His publication trends reveal a shift toward AI integration in archaeological data interpretation, infrastructure development for 3D data sharing, and cross-disciplinary collaborations examining Mediterranean connectivity. Recent works emphasize practical frameworks for implementing digital tools in fieldwork while addressing sustainability challenges in digital heritage preservation. Award highlights: Einar Hansen Prize for Humanities (2017) Royal Physiographic Society of Lund election (2024) Best Paper Award (2014) Highly Cited Research recognition (2017) Dell'Unto supervises PhD and master's students while leading major projects including RE-OSTRAKON (3D artifact scanning), TETRARCHs (data reuse), and AIR (Archaeological Interactive Report). His DARKLab serves as Sweden's national infrastructure for digital archaeology, collaborating with institutions like University of Oslo's Museum of Cultural History where he holds a visiting professorship since 2019. He actively shapes digital archaeology policy as Domain Specialist for Swedish National Data Service, Board Member for Statens historiska museer, and Open Science Champion at Lund University, driving national standards for archaeological data management and open science practices.

• Digital Media
• Media Arts
• Communication Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew Mactavish serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Studies & Media Arts at McMaster University, actively teaching courses including Digital Cultures (MEDIAART 3B03), Media Arts (MEDIAART 1A03), Environmental and Wildlife Photography (MEDIAART 3EW3), and Senior Thesis Research and Production (MEDIAART 4ST6A/B) from 2006 through 2025. His institutional affiliation is consistently tied to McMaster's media and communication programs, with course instruction spanning undergraduate and graduate levels. His research centers on Digital Media and Communication Studies, emphasizing Game Studies (particularly player modifications in digital games), Environmental Photography, and Multimedia Education in arts contexts. He investigates intellectual property dynamics in gaming culture, user-generated content frameworks, and pedagogical applications of digital tools across humanities disciplines, bridging theoretical analysis with creative production practices. Andrew Mactavish's publications reveal a thematic evolution from foundational multimedia education (2006-2007) to critical examinations of digital game culture (2013), consistently addressing societal impacts of media production. Key trends include legal-creative tensions in player modifications, cross-cultural digital exchange, and environmental visual rhetoric within multimedia ecosystems. He demonstrates extensive advising experience through recurring instruction in Senior Thesis Research and Production courses (MEDIAART/MMEDIA 4ST6A/B), guiding student projects in media arts and communication studies since 2017. While specific grant funding isn't documented, his curriculum development for courses like Digital Media and Cultural Exchange (CMSTMM 705) and Selected Topics in Communication and New Media (CMSTMM 708) indicates active scholarly mentorship and program leadership.

• Human-Machine Interaction
• Usability Testing
• User Experience (UX)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jürgen Sauer is a Full Professor at the University of Fribourg , affiliated with the Department of Psychology under the Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences . With over 120 publications, his research focuses on Human-Machine Interaction , Usability Testing , User Experience (UX) , and Automation Design , particularly in high-stakes environments like X-ray baggage screening and spaceflight simulations . Email: juergen.sauer@unifr.ch Phone: +41 26 300 7622 Address: RM 01 bu. C-1.117, Rue PA de Faucigny 2, 1700 Fribourg Orcid: 0000-0003-2105-1694 His research projects, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (FNS), include: Improving work design for airport security officers (2019-2024): Developed pictorial scales for measuring psychological constructs in security environments. Social stress and support in hybrid teams (2018-2023): Investigated machine-induced social stressors and mitigation through social support. Automation in visual inspection tasks (2014-2018): Examined adaptable automation for baggage screening and system reliability effects. Usability testing effectiveness (2012-2016): Analyzed cultural background impacts and non-usability product features influencing test outcomes. Key contributions include the Luggage Inspection Simulation (LIS) environment for modeling work environments and the development of pictorial usability scales for multilingual applicability. His work bridges ergonomics , human factors , and applied psychology , with notable collaborations with researchers like Adrian Schwaninger and Andreas Sonderegger . His recent publications (2025-2014) analyze: Human-machine performance under false alarms and miscues Social stressor dynamics in hybrid teams Usability scale animation effects Phubbing behavior in professional contexts Accessible website design for non-disabled users

Hye-Chung Kumمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Informatics
• Data Science
• Privacy-Preserving Record Linkage
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hye-Chung Kum is a Professor in the Department of Health Policy & Management at Texas A&M University, where she pioneers Population Informatics to transform digital data into evidence-based health policy solutions. Her work bridges computer science, public health, and social work to address critical data challenges in healthcare systems. Education: PhD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-CH), 2004 MSW (Master of Social Work), UNC-CH, School of Social Work, 1998 MS, UNC-CH, Department of Computer Science, 1997 BS, Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea, Department of Computer Science, 1995 Research Vision: Dr. Kum develops privacy-preserving human-computer hybrid systems for cleaning and integrating chaotic real-world data (e.g., EHRs, administrative records). Her Population Informatics framework enables ethical large-scale analysis while addressing data genocide in marginalized communities through innovations like the Secure Decoupled Linkage (SDLink) system. Publication Trends: Recent work (2024-2025) reveals three dominant threads: (1) Mental health service utilization dynamics during/post-pandemic, (2) Racial/ethnic disparities in emergency department use and cancer outcomes, and (3) Ethical data sharing frameworks for vulnerable populations. Her Texas-focused studies on Medicaid payment models and AI-driven record linkage demonstrate practical policy applications. Research Infrastructure: As director of the Population Informatics Lab, she leads cross-disciplinary teams developing Privacy-by-Design tools that balance public health needs with data sovereignty—particularly for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Her grant-funded work consistently addresses Medicaid transformation and healthcare cost drivers through secondary data analytics.

Mona Kasraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Media Art
• Projection Design
• Immersive Media
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mona Kasra is an Iranian-American Associate Professor of Digital Media Design in the Department of Art at the University of Virginia. Her work bridges new media art, projection design, and immersive theatre, exploring political and theoretical implications of visual media technologies across cultural contexts. Ph.D. in Arts & Technology from University of Texas-Dallas M.F.A. in Video/Digital Art from California State University Northridge B.A. in Graphic Design from Art University of Tehran Her research focuses on hybrid practices integrating digital technologies with live performance, emphasizing audience immersion and narrative reconfiguration. Key areas include: Projection mapping for theatrical spaces Interactive media installations Cross-cultural digital storytelling Immersive audience experiences Time-space manipulation in performance Recent creative works demonstrate trends in: Site-specific installations (abandoned buildings, warehouses) Collaborative design with choreographers/musicians Exploration of identity in hyper-mediated environments Integration of indigenous rituals with modern technology Academic leadership roles include: Faculty co-lead, Karsh Institute’s Digital Technology for Democracy Lab Chair of ACM SIGGRAPH (2023-2024) Board member, New Media Caucus Executive Committee member (2019-2025), UVA Scientific awards: Helen Hayes Award nominations for media design (2022) United Scenic Artists Local 829 membership Her transdisciplinary approach has been supported by grants including the Arts Enhancement Grant and collaborations with institutions like the Smithsonian's Lemelson Center.

Mario Kubekمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Artificial Intelligence
• Text Mining
• Natural Language Processing
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Mario M. Kubek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Georgia State University. He holds a Dipl.-Inf. (2005) from Ilmenau University of Technology, Germany, a Dr.-Ing. (2012) from the University of Hagen, Germany, and a Habilitation (2018) from the same institution. His research spans artificial intelligence, text mining, natural language processing, and security in mobile communication systems. Education: Dipl.-Inf. (2005), Dr.-Ing. (2012), Habilitation (2018) all in Computer Science His recent work focuses on decentralized web search engines, network-based natural language processing, and contextual search algorithms. He has authored over 40 publications and five books, with expertise in large-scale distributed systems and mobile communication security. The DocAnalyser service he co-developed demonstrates his contributions to automated topic extraction and document analysis.

• Experience Design
• User Experience (UX)
• Design Thinking
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Minmin Yang is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Experience Design department at Bentley University and serves as Principal UX Lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Their expertise bridges academic and industry perspectives in user-centered design and digital innovation. Education: PhD from Rice University. Research interests focus on Experience Design, UX strategy, and human-centered technology integration. Current work emphasizes practical applications of design thinking in enterprise environments through collaborations with AWS. No specific grants or advising roles are detailed in the provided information.

Nikitas Karanikolasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Language Processing and Understanding
• Computational Linguistics
• Computational Phonology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nikitas Karanikolas serves as Professor in the Department of Informatics and Computer Engineering at the University of West Attica since March 2018, following a distinguished career progression from Assistant Professor (2004) to Associate Professor (2010) and Professor (2014) at the Technological Educational Institute of Athens. His professional trajectory includes significant roles as Systems Head of TEI Athens Library (1996-1997) and Chief of Informatics at Aretaieio University Hospital (1997-2004), alongside leadership positions in the Greek Computer Society as Board Member (2004-2006) and Secretary General (2006-2008). His academic foundation includes: Bachelor's in Statistics and Informatics from Athens University of Economics and Business (1988) PhD in Applied Informatics from Athens University of Economics and Business (1994) with thesis "Technological and Linguistic approaches in Natural Language Understanding" Dr. Karanikolas maintains an exceptionally broad research portfolio spanning Natural Language Processing , Computational Linguistics , Medical Informatics , and Green Energy systems. His work consistently bridges theoretical computational frameworks with practical healthcare applications, particularly evident in recent dementia care technologies and Greek language processing systems. The interdisciplinary nature of his research connects computational phonology with medical diagnostics and e-government applications. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a pronounced shift toward AI-driven healthcare solutions (particularly dementia patient monitoring), multilingual NLP systems (Greek and Polish), and urban safety applications . His work demonstrates consistent methodology development in ontological representations and multimodal fusion techniques, with increasing emphasis on real-world clinical and governmental implementations since 2023. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. With 16 journal papers, 68 conference publications, and six authoritative Greek university textbooks, Dr. Karanikolas maintains an active research trajectory. His advising capacity is evidenced through extensive publication mentorship, particularly in medical informatics and NLP projects. While specific grant details are unavailable, his hospital information system implementations and textbook authorship suggest successful research funding acquisition. Current research activities focus on multimodal aggression prediction systems for dementia care, Greek language ontological frameworks, and urban navigation safety applications, primarily conducted through the University of West Attica's informatics infrastructure.

• Climate Science
• Agricultural Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rabin Bhattarai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on understanding climate change impacts on agricultural systems, water quality management, and extreme weather event analysis. He has collaborated on projects involving crop yield optimization, nitrate loss reduction, and the development of novel biochar-based nutrient capture systems. His work integrates modeling tools such as SWAT and DRAINMOD to assess subsurface drainage systems and their environmental impacts. Key contributions include a globally recognized water quality database for lakes and studies on extreme precipitation regimes in Illinois. Bhattarai's publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, combining hydrology, climate science, and engineering to address agricultural sustainability challenges. Recent research highlights include analyzing socially vulnerable communities' exposure to compound extreme heat and precipitation events in the Upper Midwest and evaluating probabilistic approaches for extreme weather prediction. His datasets, such as the Framework of Simulating Structural Sediment Perimeter Barriers, demonstrate commitment to practical applications in erosion control and environmental engineering. Research Strengths: Climate-Driven Agricultural Systems, Hydrological Modeling, Sustainable Nutrient Management Notable Projects: Cover Crop Decision Support Tool, DIRECT4AG Project Series

• Journalism
• Communication Technology
• Social Media
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yee Man (Margaret) Ng is an Associate Professor in Journalism and the Institute of Communications Research at the University of Illinois. She combines data science methodologies with communication research to study social media dynamics, digital journalism, and technology adoption patterns. Her research interests include: Computational social science Social media analytics Data visualization techniques Communication technology impacts Journalism innovation Post-adoption technology behavior Ng's methodology integrates big data analysis, machine learning algorithms, and traditional survey/experimental approaches. Current work extends diffusion of innovations theory by examining social media users' discontinuance and readoption behaviors. Academic contributions span both empirical research and educational practice. She has taught courses like: JOUR 460 - Data Storytelling JOUR 410 - Data Storytelling for Journalism JOUR 425 - Multimedia Editing and Design JOUR 199 - Hands-on Media Technology Her publications analyze topics ranging from YouTube's recommendation algorithms to digital sustainability in news media, with particular focus on: Platform migration patterns Algorithmic content moderation Political communication dynamics Media technology adoption Regional web usage differences Incivility measurement techniques

Terrah Foster Akardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pediatric Palliative Care
• Psychosocial Interventions
• Grief and Coping
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Terrah Foster Akard is a Professor of Nursing and Medicine at Vanderbilt University, where she holds appointments in the School of Nursing and serves as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the Graduate School. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from Jacksonville State University, a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University, and a PhD in Nursing Science from Vanderbilt University. Her research program focuses on developing innovative psychosocial interventions for pediatric palliative care populations, with emphasis on: Legacy-making activities to improve quality of life Grief processing and continuing bonds in bereaved families Web-based recruitment and intervention delivery methods Novel approaches like animal-assisted interactions and digital storytelling She leads significant federally-funded projects including: NIH/NINR R01 on legacy interventions in pediatric palliative care (2014-2019) Rita & Alex Hillman Foundation grant for nurse-led storytelling interventions (2021) American Cancer Society funding for web-based pediatric oncology research Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on improving psychosocial outcomes through: Qualitative and mixed-methods exploration of family experiences with serious illness; Development and validation of digital health interventions; Investigation of pandemic impacts on vulnerable pediatric populations; Innovative methodologies for palliative care research involving children. Honors include: Fellowship in the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Nurse Faculty Scholar Award Professional service includes leadership roles in: Palliative Care Research Cooperative Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association Scientific Committee American Cancer Society Peer Review Committees

Jeffrey Lambertمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Psychology
• Behavioral Science
• Physical Activity Interventions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey Lambert is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Bath in the Department for Health, specializing in the application of psychology and behavioral science to physical activity, mental health, and digital/self-management interventions. Chartered Psychologist (BPS) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Health and Wellbeing) - University of Exeter (2018) Master of Science (Health Psychology) - University of Southampton (2012) Bachelor of Science (Psychology) - University of Winchester (2010) His research focuses on digital behavioral interventions like eMotion and e-coachER, with recent work examining AI integration in youth mental health, social media breaks, and mechanisms linking exercise to mental health. Key projects include the GW4 Men’s Mental Health Project and the Making Exercise More Effective (MEME) Project. Current roles: Co-investigator on £12M+ in grants Supervisor for funded PhD students Editorial board member (Mental Health and Physical Activity)

• Linked Data
• Data Management
• Ontology Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ronald Maria Siebes serves as Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, with affiliations to the Network Institute and Business Web and Media department. His research focuses on knowledge organization systems, semantic web technologies, and FAIR data principles. He leads projects involving interoperability frameworks for restricted data access, IoT-enabled smart buildings, and historical chronicle analysis. Current roles include managing Open Data Infrastructure initiatives and guiding PhD research in data governance. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text. Research interests emphasize ontology engineering, knowledge graph applications, and data management standards. Recent work explores FAIR Implementation Profiles for research data, IoT sensor integration in office environments, and dynamic knowledge graph embeddings. Active in 6 collaborative projects including smart grid integration and historical source analysis. Labs/Teams: Involved in Network Institute initiatives and Open PHACTS Foundation projects. Supervised 2 PhD theses (names not specified in text). Grant activities span €2.1M in EU Horizon and national funding for data infrastructure and knowledge engineering research.

David Gelernterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Distributed Computing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Science Foundations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

David Gelernter is a Professor of Computer Science at Yale University and Chief Scientist at Mirror Worlds Technologies. He holds a Ph.D. from SUNY Stony Brook and a B.A. from Yale University. His research spans distributed computing, artificial intelligence, and the intersection of technology with aesthetics and society. Notable contributions include the Linda system (introducing tuple spaces) and the 'Mirror Worlds' concept, which prefigured aspects of the World Wide Web and Java. His work on 'lifestreams' underpins Mirror Worlds Technologies' software, while his writings explore technology's cultural and philosophical implications. His essays and books, such as *The Muse in the Machine* and *Machine Beauty*, blend technical insight with broader humanistic themes. He is a Contributing Editor at the *Weekly Standard* and a member of the National Council of the Arts. Key talks include the Bradley Lecture at the American Enterprise Institute and keynotes at major tech conferences like Agenda 2003 and PC Expo.

Marynel Vázquezمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Robot Interaction (HRI)
• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marynel Vázquez is an Assistant Professor in Yale University's Computer Science Department, leading the Yale Interactive Machines Group (IMG). Her research focuses on Human-Robot Interaction (HRI), particularly in multi-party settings, advancing perception and decision-making algorithms for socially aware robots. She holds a PhD from Carnegie Mellon University and previously worked at Stanford and Disney Research. Her research combines computer science, behavioral science, and design, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Key projects include the social robots Chester and Shutter, and frameworks like SEAN-VR for evaluating robot navigation in virtual reality. Vázquez has received prestigious awards including the NSF CAREER Award (2022) and AFOSR YIP Award (2024). Teaching includes courses on interactive machines, robotics, and human-computer interaction. She actively mentors students and emphasizes ethical and socially responsible robotics development.