Faculty Champions
Our Faculty Champtions are amazing faculty allies and supporters of the Lab. These individuals have participated in several Innovation Lab projects and initiatives and continue to be supporters of ongoing activities in the Lab.
Robert Hamilton
Assistant Professor of Arts and Visual Culture
A Stalwart supporter of the Lab since its founding. Professor Hamilton teaches two classes in the Innovation Lab: Art Innovation and Technology and 3D Foundations.
Interests:
3D Design
3D Printing
Mixed Media Art
Digital Fabrication
Speculative Futurism
Dr. Jaye Nias
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Dr. Nias has run several research organizations out of the Lab including DOPE Data Art Collective. Her most recent interests include deep dives into virtual worlds in Minecraft.
Interests:
Human Computer Interaction
Future Fashion
Data Visualization
Physical Computing
Dr. Tiffany Oliver
Associate Professor of Biology
Dr. Oliver has participated on several Innovation Lab projects, many sponsored by the DOD for intercampus competitions like the Bio Drone Project.
Interests:
Genetics
Bio-Materials
BioDesign