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XSEAD. A virtual eXchange to support networks of creativity and innovation amongst Science, Engineering, Arts and Design . XSEAD. Lead PIs: Thanassis Rikakis (ASU), Donna Cox (UIUC)
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XSEAD A virtual eXchange to support networks of creativity and innovation amongst Science, Engineering, Arts and Design
XSEAD Lead PIs: Thanassis Rikakis (ASU), Donna Cox (UIUC) Co-PIs: Jonas Braasch (RPI), Shawn Brixey (U. Washington), James Holloway (U. Michigan), Gerhard Fischer (U Colorado), AislingKelliher (ASU) HariSundaram, (ASU) Lead developer: Daragh Byrne (ASU)
XSEAD-NSEAD relationship • NSEAD: people networks for content creation • XSEAD: virtual portal for content archival and dissemination
XSEAD features • archival and dissemination of multimodal content • video, graphics, music, papers, code, apps, etc • low entry threshold for contributions coupled with incentivization for deep engagement • opportunities for users to discover and connect to communities of shared interests • dynamic organization based on community usage patterns • intuitive navigation, search and discovery.
XSEAD STRUCTURE • four layers • highly designed Entry layer for general audience • second Layer for curated and peer-reviewed work • third Layer for multi format contributions by all interested members of the community • resource Layer with useful archival information. • each layer will have unique functions and structures • all four layers will be interconnected and integrated.
Leadership/editorial board • XSEAD authors will lead development stage • Turn over running to editorial board • Leadership role for ACM and Leonardo • Editorial board to include strong industry presence • Diverse (age, gender, ethnicity) • XSEAD will fund hire of first managing editor • Key role for NSEAD in editorial board
Coordination with NSEAD • How can we best integrate our efforts • Presence in development meetings • First full physical meeting in Tempe in January • Skype into November NSEAD meeting • Other meetings? • Other ideas ?