Roddy Nikpour is a Phoenix native and ASU alum. He works in public radio, teaches classes primarily in audio production, and helps administer online course instruction for the Cronkite School.

Dr. Sean M. Leahy is a Foresight Catalyst and Research Scientist for the Future of Being Human Initiative, catalyzing thinking on advanced technology transitions, technology for good, and the future of being human.

Thorn’s research spans interactive media, wearable music, audio products, augmented instruments, and relational ontologies. He also leads NSF projects supporting neurodivergent learners.

Dan is an Executive Director of Next Lab and the Lead Design Architect of Next Generation Learning at ASU Enterprise Technology.

Meirelles explores the possibilities of sound to tell stories, build worlds and revamp the human life experience. Leads Sonora Audio Lab: hub for advancing creative work, research, diversity and inclusion in immersive sound

Navarro is an educator and composer of acoustic and electroacoustic music, who also develops intermedia works, performance art and installations.