Professor James Uhomoibhi is a Lecturer in Engineering at Ulster University and a leading scholar at the intersection of computational physics, artificial intelligence, and STEM education. He heads the AI in Education Research Group within the University’s AI Research Centre and directs the Mixed Augmented and Virtual Reality Laboratory (MAVRLAB). His work advances the use of AI-driven modelling, immersive and mixed reality technologies, and spectral data analysis to enrich teaching, research, and problem‑solving in physics, computing, and engineering, particularly within resource‑constrained and emerging contexts.
With over three decades of academic leadership, James Uhomoibhi’s research integrates computational physics methods with digital and immersive learning to improve conceptual understanding, skills development, and sustainability outcomes in STEM education. His contributions span deep learning applications, e‑learning systems, MOOCs, and the deployment of technology‑enabled education platforms that support capacity building and lifelong learning globally. His research and outreach align closely with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, emphasising equitable access to quality education and technology‑enabled sustainable development.
James Uhomoibhi holds visiting professorships at universities in Nigeria, Tanzania, and Sudan. He serves as a LEADS Scholar in Nigeria, connecting diaspora expertise with African higher education and research institutions. He is Chair of the Computational Physics Group of the Institute of Physics and Chair of the e‑Learning Specialist Group at BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, where he is also a member of Council, reflecting his leadership across both physics and computing education communities. He is the representative of the African Laser Centre in Europe, strengthening international research collaboration. An award‑winning educator and prolific author, James Uhomoibhi has edited and authored numerous books and international conference proceedings, and quite a lot of peer‑reviewed publications. He is a sought‑after keynote speaker and panellist, contributing globally to discussions on computational physics, AI‑enhanced STEM education, and technology‑led sustainability.
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