Denis Gracanin

Department of COmputer Science

 

TALKS

Invited Lectures

  1. 1.D. Gračanin, “Immersive data analytics: From data to knowledge.” Morgan State University, Blatimore, MD, 8 Mar. 2023.

  2. 2.D. Gračanin, “Understanding the brain in a social context — wearable technology framework for assessment and real-time feedback.” Department of Computer and Information Science, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA, 1 Mar. 2017.

  3. 3.D. Gračanin, “Serious virtual worlds: Bridging the gap between technology and social requirements.” VRVis Research Center, Vienna, Austria, 28 Apr. 2011.

  4. 4.D. Gračanin, “Real and virtual shared places for communication and collaboration.” 17th International Conference on Computer Theory and Applications (ICCTA 2007), Alexandria, Egypt, 2 Sept. 2007.

  5. 5.D. Gračanin, “Interactive simulation and visualization of mass-spring/mass particle systems.” Institute of Computer Graphics and Algorithms, Vienna University of Technology, Vienna, Austria, 11 Mar. 2005.

  6. 6.D. Gracanin, “Internet quality of service: Network, application and user perspectives.” SAIC, Reston, VA, 3 Aug. 2004.

  7. 7.D. Gračanin, K. P. Valavanis, and M. Matijašević, “Development and evaluation of control algorithms for AUVs using a virtual environment testbed.” 4 IFAC Conference on Manoeuvring and Control of Marine Craft (MCMC 97), Brijuni, Croatia, 10–12 Sept. 1997.

  8. 8.D. Gračanin, “Virtual reality and multimedia applications in networked environment.” University of Zagreb, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing, Telecommunications Department, Zagreb, Croatia, 21 Nov. 1996.

Tutorials

  1. 1.D. Gračanin, “Tutorial: Empathy-enabled extended reality.” IEEE Conference on Virtual reality + 3D User Interfaces (IEEE VR 2022), 12 Mar. 2022.

  2. 2.D. Gračanin, “Tutorial: Empathy-enabled extended reality.” IEEE International Symposium on Mixed and Augmented Reality (ISMAR 2021), 4 Oct. 2021.

  3. 3.D. Gračanin and K. Matković, “Tutorial: Extended reality and smart immersive environments.” IEEE International Symposium on Mixed and Augmented Reality (ISMAR 2020), 9 Nov. 2020.

  4. 4. D. Gračanin and K. Matković, “Tutorial: Smart immersive environments: Augmented reality and smart built environments.” The 27th IEEE Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces (IEEE VR 2020), 22 Mar. 2020.

  5. 5.K. Matković, D. Gračanin, and H. Hauser, “Tutorial: Visual analytics for simulation ensembles.” Winter Simulation Conference 2018 — Advanced Tutorials / R23, 10 Dec. 2018.

  6. 6.M. Eltoweissy, D. Gračanin, and Y. Jung, “Tutorial: Collaboration in Internet of Things,” in Proceedings of the 2017 IEEE 3rd International Conference on Collaboration and Internet Computing (CIC), pp. 30– 31, 16 Oct. 2017.

  7. 7.N. F. Polys, D. Brutzman, D. Gracanin, and R. Hetherington, “Engineering virtual environments with X3D.” Web3D 2005 Symposium, Bangor, UK, 29 Mar.–1 Apr. 2005.

  8. 8.D. Gračanin, “Virtual reality and multimedia applications in a networked environment.” Broadband and Multimedia Workshop (B&MW’96), Zagreb, Croatia, 11–12 Nov. 1996.

Panels

  1. 1.“Social complexities of COVID-19 through the lens of international research collaborations.” 12th Annual International Science of Team Science (SciTS) Conference, Blacksburg, VA, 8 July 2021. Panelists: Caroline Wagner (moderator), Andri Georgiadou, Stephen Hilgartner and Denis Gračanin.

  2. 2.“A paradigm shift in memorialization: Learning and engagement through 3D virtual museums.” Global Virtual Conference on Commemorating Past Genocides and Learning to Prevent Atrocity Crimes, Lib- eration War Museum, Bangladesh, 12 Mar. 2021. Panelists: Mark Manuel (moderator), Archi Dasgupta, Samuel Williams, Gunnar Nelson, Shaoli Dasgupta and Denis Gračanin.

  3. 3.“VA Tech FutureHAUS Kitchen, Kitchen & Bath Industry Show.” Las Vegas, NV, 22 Jan. 2015. Panelists: Steve Brown, Daryl Nauman, Mary Jo Peterson, Brian Yahn, Joseph Wheeler and Denis Gračanin.

  4. 4.“2008 International Conference on Smart Homes and Health Telematics (ICOST 2008), panel 3: Education, curriculum, and profession.” Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 1 July 2008. Co-Chairs: Jennifer Margrett and Johnny Wong. Panelists: Stephen Glibert, Denis Gračanin and Peter Martin.

Demonstrations

  1. 1.D. Gračanin, J. Park, and M. Azab, “Excursions in extended reality and cybersecurity.” Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) Science Festival, 12 Nov. 2022.

  2. 2.R. Tasooji, M. Manuel, O. Faruqi, and D. Gračanin, “The recursions of Escher: Between art and science.” Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) Science Festival, 16 Nov. 2019.

  3. 3.D. Gračanin, “Explorations in mixed reality.” Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) Creativty + Innovation Day, 6 May 2019.

  4. 4.FutureHAUS Team, “FutureHAUS solar decathlon Middle East 2018.” Dubai, Nov. 2018.

  5. 5.D. Gračanin, “Collaborative and distributed mixed reality.” Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) Creativty and Innovation Day, 30 Apr. 2018

  6. 6.M. Handosa, H. Schulze, M. Tucker, and D. Gračanin, “Development of a mixed-reality Microsoft HoloLens application for nurse aide skills training.” 2017 Central Appalachia STEM Summit, Abingdon, VA, 5 Dec. 2017.

  7. 7.D. Gračanin, M. Handosa, and R. Tasooji, “Mixed library: Bridging real and virtual libraries.” Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) Day, 1 May 2017.

  8. 8.J. A. Wheeler, D. Gracanin, and C. Vorster, “FutureHAUS bedroom and office.” Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, Orlando, FL, 10–12 Jan. 2017.

  9. 9.J. A. Wheeler, D. Gracanin, and C. Vorster, “FutureHAUS bathroom.” Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, Las Vegas, NV, 19–21 Jan. 2016.

  10. 10.J. A. Wheeler, D. Gracanin, and C. Vorster, “FutureHAUS kitchen and living room.” 2015 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Convention, Atlants, GA, 14–16 May 2015.

  11. 11.J. A. Wheeler, D. Gracanin, and C. Vorster, “FutureHAUS kitchen.” Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, Las Vegas, NV, 20–22 Jan. 2015.

  12. 12.I. Bukvic, “Digital interactive sound and intermedia studio.” Squires Recital Salon, Virginia Tech, 27 Apr. 2007. In collaboration with Denis Gracanin and John Healy.

  13. 13.D. A. Bowman and D. Gracanin, “3D interaction group.” IEEE Virtual Reality Conference 2006 Laboratory Demonstrations, 25–29 Mar. 2006.

Seminars

  1. 1.D. Gračanin and M. Matijašević, “TCP/IP — basics, services, programming and applications.” Ericsson — Nikola Tesla Telecommunications Company, Zagreb, Croatia, 13–21 May 1998.

  2. 2.D. Gračanin and M. Matijašević, “Multimedia and virtual reality multi-user applications on the Internet.” Ericsson — Nikola Tesla Telecommunications Company, Zagreb, Croatia, 22 Dec. 1997.

  3. 3.D. Gračanin and M. Matijašević, “Multicasting and MBone for multimedia and virtual reality applications on the Internet.” Ericsson — Nikola Tesla Telecommunications Company, Zagreb, Croatia, 16 June 1997.

Presentations

  1. 1.D. Gračanin, J. Park, and M. Azab, “Excursions in extended reality and cybersecurity.” Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) Playdate, 11 Nov. 2022.

  2. 2.D. Gračanin, “Mini talk — empathy enabled smart immersive environments.” Fifth Annual Virginia Tech Workshop on the Future of Human-Computer Interaction, 15–16 Apr. 2021.

  3. 3.D. Gračanin, “Telehealth and immersive technologies for autism spectrum disorder: Challenges and opportunities.” 2019 Autism Research Symposium, Falls Church, VA, 20 Sept. 2019.

  4. 4.D. Gračanin, M. Eltoweissy, L. Cheng, and K. Matković, “Lightning faculty talks — the challenges of ethical and safe smart built environments.” Fourth Annual Virginia Tech Workshop on the Future of Human-Computer Interaction, 11–12 Apr. 2019.

  5. 5.D. Gračanin, “Smart built environments & autism spectrum disorder.” 2018 Autism Research Symposium, Falls Church, VA, 21 Sept. 2018.

  6. 6.D. Gračanin, “Lightning round talks: OSIsoft call for collaboration — 1st year Innovation Showcase.” 2018 OSIsoft PI World Conference, 23 Apr. 2018.

  7. 7.D. Gracanin, “Collaborative and distributed mixed-reality for smart built environments.” Commonwealth Cyber Fusion, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA, 23 Feb. 2018.

  8. 8.T. Duncan, B. Fields, M. Stewart, and D. Gračanin, “Using Microsoft HoloLens mixed-reality device in curriculum development for Washington County Virginia schools.” 2017 Central Appalachia STEM Summit, Abingdon, VA, 6 Dec. 2017.

  9. 9.D. Gračanin, “Understanding the brain in a social context — wearable technology framework for assessment and real-time feedback.” Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) Playdate, 17 Feb. 2017.

  10. 10.D. Gračanin, “Using Microsoft HoloLens mixed-reality device in curriculum development for Washington County Virginia schools: A preliminary study.” Washington County VA School Board, 9 Nov. 2017.

  11. 11.D. Gračanin, “Bridging simulated and real worlds: Using virtual reality and mixed reality to design and explore smart built environments.” Blue Ridge Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute, 7 Nov. 2017.

  12. 12.D. Gračanin, “Understanding brain in a social context: A technology perspective.” 2017 Autism Research Symposium, Falls Church, VA, 15 Sept. 2017.

  13. 13.D. Gračanin, “The emotional response and impact of visual stimuli in virtual and built environments.” Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) Playdate, 5 Feb. 2016.

  14. 14.D. Gračanin, “Novel neurotechnologies for emotion recognition in ASD.” The 3rd Annual Virginia Tech Center for Autism Research, 3 Oct. 2014.

  15. 15.D. Gračanin and J. Wheeler, “Matrix redux.” Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology (ICAT) Playdate, 28 Nov. 2014.

  16. 16.D. Gračanin, “Cooperation in real and virtual spaces: Bridging the gap between technology and social requirements.” ResearchLive! Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine & Research Institute, 29 Aug. 2014.

  17. 17.R. P. Schubert, R. J. Dunay, and D. Gračanin, “The Virginia Tech Lumenhaus.” 13th Annual 2010 Congressional Internet Caucus Technology Exhibition & Reception, 26 Jan. 2010.

  18. 18.D. Gračanin, C. North, M. Eltoweissy, and G. Fink, “Two-way visual analytics for large scale sensor networks.” BOF on Visual Analytics, IEEE Visualization 2006 Conference, Baltimore, MD, 25 Oct. 2006.

  19. 219.D. Gračanin, “Visual analytics for critical information infrastructure assurance.” Euro-Atlantic Symposium on Critical Information Infrastructure, Virginia Tech, Riva San Vitale, Switzerland, 23 Mar. 2006.

  20. 20.. Bohner and D. Gracanin, “Software security impact analysis approaches to support common criteria security evaluations.” Information Security Research Seminar (ISRS), James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA, 11 May 2004.

  21. 2.D. Gracanin, “Interactive simulation and visualization of mass-spring systems.” College of Engineering Northern Virginia Engineering Showcase, Vienna, VA, 5 Mar. 2004.

  22. 22.S. Bohner and D. Gracanin, “Exploring visual impact analysis approaches for common criteria security evaluations.” Information Security Research Seminar (ISRS), James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA, 24 Feb. 2003.

  23. 23.D. Gracanin, “Distributed virtual environment for remote home monitoring and control.” America Online (AOL) / Center for Innovative Technologies (CIT) Common Ground Day, Herndon, VA, 6 Nov. 2002.

  24. 24.D. Gracanin, “Virtual reality based interface for simulation and evaluation of airport APMs.” 81st Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting, Committee on Major Activity Center Circulation Systems, Washington, D.C., 16 Jan. 2002.

  25. 25.J. L. Callahan and D. Gracanin, “Emotion management in a complex world: Providing clarity through visualization.” Lancaster University ESRC Seminar: HRD in a Complex World, Lancaster, UK, 18 Oct. 2001.

  26. 26.D. Gračanin, “Virtual reality based discrete event and hybrid systems modeling.” IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, “Discrete Events and Hybrid Systems” Workshop, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, 21 Apr. 1997.