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James is Associate Dean External Engagement and Associate Professor of Creative Media in the Faculty of Society and Design at Bond University, Australia, where he runs the Mixed Reality Research Lab (www.mixedrealityresearch.com). His research spans computer science and visual arts, with an emphasis on applied design and development of extended reality (XR) and games-based experiences for assisting learning and knowledge discovery. The distinctive contribution James brings to academia is evidenced in over 100 publications and multiple national media engagements including The Conversation, ABC News and The Project. James is recognised as an international leader in educational technology, XR and games with an editorial role with Springer Educational Technology Research and Development (ETR&D), a position on the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) working group for AR/VR, an assessor’s role for the International Serious Games Showcase and Challenge (SGSC) and an expert role on the 2022 EDUCAUSE Horizon Report. In 2020, James received a Universities Australia 2019 citation for sustained leadership in the scholarship of mobile mixed reality innovations to enhance authentic experiential teaching and learning. This followed his citation in 2014 for improving student learning and engagement through practical juxtaposition of art and science in multi-media education. His service to higher education and the community has formed around his 20 year experience and leadership in interdisciplinary teaching, mentorship, presentations, and research led approaches to the enhancement of XR and games education.
Statement for HDR students
I am looking for higher degree research (HDR) students that have a passion for XR technology and computer games including: virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), 3d printing, serious computer games, esports and bring your own (BYOD) mobile smartphone devices. I am looking for HDR students that can challenge themselves, and me, in their pursuit for higher degree learning. If you have an interest in projects related to games, XR or XR education please contact me and we can discuss potential project ideas.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Software Engineering, PhD, Software Reliability Enhancement through Error Prone Path Identification Using Genetic Algorithms
Jan 2004 → Oct 2006
Award Date: 30 Oct 2006
Information Technology, Honours (1st class), Error-Prone Path Identification with Genetic Algorithms
Feb 2002 → Dec 2002
Award Date: 11 Apr 2003
Information Technology, Bachelors
Feb 1997 → Dec 1999
Award Date: 14 Apr 2000
External positions
Lecturer, Central Queensland University
Feb 2004 → Dec 2009
Lecturer, Griffith University Queensland
Feb 2002 → Dec 2009
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Mixed Reality Research Lab
Birt, J., Cowling, M. A., Moro, C., Stirling, A., Nelson, J., Moore, E., Stromberga, Z., Munoz-Carpio, J. C. & Vasilevski, N.
1/01/19 → …
Project: Research
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OPiC: Bond University Optimizing Productivity in Construction Research Incubator
6/12/18 → 31/12/21
Project: Research
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Critical Thinking Unleashed with Esports: Level Up you Students with Rocket League
Birt, J. R. & Vasilevski, N., 7 Jul 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › Research
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Evaluating the viewer experience of interactive virtual reality movies
Carpio-Alfsen, R., Baumann, O. & Birt, J. R., 3 Oct 2023, In: Virtual Reality. p. 1-10 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Expansive, exciting and free: how Zelda’s Tears of the Kingdom unlocks the potential of open world gaming
Birt, J. R., 25 May 2023, In: The Conversation. 3 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Online Resource › Research
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Extended Reality Use in Paediatric Intensive Care: A Scoping Review
Goldsworthy, A., Chawla, J., Baumann, O., Birt, J. R. & Gough, S., 12 Jul 2023, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Journal of Intensive Care Medicine. 22 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › Research › peer-review
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Improving Climate Change Awareness through Immersive Virtual Reality Communication: A Case Study
Dhunnoo, Y., Carter, A., O'Hare, D., Birt, J. R. & Skitmore, M., 28 Aug 2023, In: Sustainability. 15, 17, p. 1-14 14 p., 12969.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Activities
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International Peer Review for the Swiss National Science Foundation - Spark funding (Publisher)
James Birt (Reviewer)
11 Sept 2023Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Editorial Board Member
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Educational Technology Research and Development (Journal)
James Birt (Reviewer)
22 Aug 2023Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Peer-review
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Australian Teachers of Media National Conference Screen Horizons
James Birt (Panelist)
9 Jul 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising a conference, workshop, ...
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Privacy risks in the Metaverse: The use & misuse of people’s avatars and images
Eugenia Georgiades (Speaker), Dan Svantesson (Speaker) & James Birt (Speaker)
14 Jun 2023Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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11th International Conference on Serious Games and Applications for Health
James Birt (Member of programme committee)
16 May 2023 → 30 Aug 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising a conference, workshop, ...
Press/Media
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When creative work becomes a target of review bombing, what do platforms do?
22/09/23
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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Expansive, exciting and free: how Zelda’s Tears of the Kingdom unlocks the potential of open world gaming
12/06/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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The Little Mermaid's 'review bombing' is just a sign of what's to come
4/06/23
3 items of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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