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About

​Dr Monireh Astani is a researcher and practitioner in animation, creative, and immersive media, with a PhD in Media Studies. With over a decade of professional experience in animation and media production, Monireh is now a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Creative Industries at the University of Staffordshire, leading the Animation Program’s 2D pathway. Monireh’s research and practice interests include the application of art and technology for education and mental and physical well-being, immersive and interactive education and storytelling, employability in animation and creative industries, cultural and creative practices, animation production, and experimental media arts.

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Robert Marsden

As previous Head of Department at Staffordshire University, I had the pleasure of working with Monireh as she joined the animation team that I line managed. Monireh was a dynamic force within the team, driving the research agenda and engaging in cross and inter/trans-disciplinary practice as research. She is an active member of the department community, taking a pro-active approach to make links across subjects and with other teams in the department and across the wider university faculty. Actively engaged with her subject field, Monireh is someone I felt proud to work with.

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