Jase Bernhardt

Associate Professor of Geology, Environment, and Sustainability · Hofstra University

Dr. Bernhardt has had a lifelong passion for studying weather and climate. His current research focuses hurricane preparedness.

Rip Tide safety Hurricanes Climatology Climate Change Weather

Nigel Newbutt

Assistant Professor · University of Florida

Nigel Newbutt is a leading expert in the use of technologies with autistic groups, specifically virtual reality and immersive technologies.

Ethical AI Research Social Robotics Head-mounted Display Immersive Technology Autism

Kyla McMullen

Associate Professor · University of Florida

Kyla McMullen studies the application and development of 3D audio technologies for use in virtual and augmented reality contexts.

Human-Computer Interaction Psychoacoustic Augmented Reality Spatial Audio 3D Audio

David Markowitz

Associate Professor · Michigan State University

David Markowitz's research uses language to understand social and psychological processes.

Media Psychology Persuasion Text Analysis Language Deception

Dean Krusienski, Ph.D.

Professor and Graduate Program Director, Department of Biomedical Engineering | B.S., M.S., Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University · VCU College of Engineering

Focusing on neural signal processing and analysis for the development of brain-computer interfaces and neuroprosthetic devices.

EEG Analysis Brain-Computer Interfaces Signal Processing Machine Learning Neuroprosthetics

Ben Chang

Director, Games and Simulation Arts and Sciences (GSAS) & Professor, Arts · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Explores the intersections of virtual environments and experimental gaming with contemporary media art

Digital Games Immersive Visualization Systems Experimental Gaming Electronic Art Virtual Environments

Beth Mineo

Associate Professor, Education; Director, Center for Disabilities Studies · University of Delaware

Prof. Mineo's Research focuses on autism and other communication disorders, particularly language disorders.

Assistive Technology Development Accessible Instructional Materials Speech and Language Pathology Communication Difficulties

Professor Sarah Whatley

Professor of Dance and Director of the Centre for Dance Research · Coventry University

She has expertise across a range of contemporary dance theory & practice, such as with artists, dance companies & cultural organisations.

Digital Dance Performing Arts Dance Dance and Cultural Heritage Dance and Disability

Zhen Bai

Assistant Professor of Computer Science · University of Rochester

Bai is an expert in human-computer interaction, augmented reality, and AI

3-D interaction technologies. Technology-Enhanced Learning Machine Learning for HCI Assistive Technology AI for parents of deaf children

Robert Rauschenberger, PhD

Vice President, Director of Human Factors · J.S. Held LLC

Human Factors Scientist | User Experience Expert | Seasoned Legal Expert Witness | Mixed Reality Product Expert | Product Design Authority

User Experience Usability Human Factors Product Design Medical Devices

Susan Birkhoff, Ph.D, RN

Program Director of Technology Research & Education · ChristianaCare

Susan Birkhoff is a nurse scientist with experience conducting clinical research using various forms of digital health technology.

Technology Innovation Research Nursing Robotics

Yang Feng

Associate Professor · University of Florida

Yang Feng's research focuses on the role of AI as an information delivery agent as well as a powerful research tool.

Consumer Psychology AI Artificial Intelligence Advertising Campaign Advertising Research and Strategy

Johannes DeYoung

Assistant Professor · Carnegie Mellon University

Johannes DeYoung is an internationally recognized artist and filmmaker who works at the intersection of computational & material processes.

Animation Art Future of Work Design Cinema

Holly Oxhandler, Ph.D.

Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development, Associate Professor, Diana R. Garland School of Social Work · Baylor University

Oxhandler studies how to ethically & effectively assess and discuss clients’ religion/spirituality within health and mental health treatment

Religion and Social Work Religion and Spirituality in Clinical Practice Evidence-Based Practice Process Scale Development Mental Health (primarily Anxiety and Depression)

Kristina R. Llewellyn

Associate Professor, Department of Social Development Studies · Renison University College, University of Waterloo

Professor Llewellyn studies the Education, History, and Equity.

Women's History Citizenship Education Oral History History Education History of Education

Dr Hannah Bartlett

Reader, Optometry Optometry & Vision Science Research Group (OVSRG) Aston Research Centre for Healthy Ageing · Aston University

Dr Bartlett's research portfolio is broadly based around the role of nutrition in ocular disease.

Clinical Education Ophthalmic Instrumentation Low Vision Ocular Nutrition Macular Pigment

Professor Persephone S. Sextou

Professor · Leeds Beckett

Persephone Sextou is a leading expert in applied theatre for health and wellbeing.

Wellbeing Performing Arts NHS Community Digital Arts

Stephen J. Andriole, PhD

Thomas G. Labrecque Professor of Business Technology | Villanova School of Business · Villanova University

Stephen J. Andriole, PhD, is an expert in emerging technologies and business technology strategy.

Emerging Technology Trends Technology Adoption Virtual & Augmented Reality Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Social Media Analytics

Richard J. Radke

Professor, Electrical, Computer, and Systems Engineering · Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Studies computer vision problems related to human-scale, occupant-aware environments

Radiotherapy Smart Lighting Social Signal Processing Video Processing Computer Vision

Sriram Narayanan

Eli Broad Professor in Supply Chain Management · Michigan State University

Sriram Narayanan's research has focused on understanding how supply chain ideas can be applied to facilitate inclusion.

Managing Services Diversity & Inclusion Equity