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🌟 Multidisciplinary Talent Gallery

Connect with builders, researchers, designers, strategists, and domain experts across our exploration directions, from XR in Education and Healthcare to Social Media, Immersive Commerce, Arts & Design and many other disciplinaries.

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Jamal Ismayilov
CJBS
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am an MBA candidate at Cambridge Judge Business School with a background in HR technology, data analytics, and digital transformation. I enjoy turning complex problems into practical product ideas and connecting technology with real user needs. My strengths lie in product thinking, structuring solutions, and translating business challenges into clear innovation opportunities. I am particularly interested in how AI and emerging technologies can create meaningful, scalable solutions that improve user experiences and deliver real-world impact.
Product StrategyData AnalyticsUser Experience / Behavioural Insights
Looking for: Software Development / Coding – XR / AI - UX/UI Design
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Angel Yao
Uni of birmingham
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
Hi, I’m Angel and I am not an alcoholic. I’ve worked in tech, healthcare and community roles before so I have lots of experience with different industries and people. I love to run, hike and swim and am hoping to make a friend as well as learn and test new things in this hackathon.
Software developmentmachine learningpathology
Looking for: Communication, friendly, open to discussions
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Zoe Jung
IC
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: No
I love designing systems that influence human behaviour and bring meaningful change. I have experience with Unity and tried Unreal Engine as well. Not to a professional level, but I have designed and built a VR environment for a summer internship program. As a penultimate year Design Engineering student at Imperial, I am looking forward to networking opportunities and project fun!
DesignCoding3d modeling
Looking for: Unity development, Other disciplinary knowledge, pitching, audio
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Yejin Seo
RCA
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
Designer and researcher with a practice grounded in critical inquiry — examining how AI and digital systems shape human behaviour and perception. Background spans fine craft, graphic design, and speculative media art, united by a consistent drive to translate complex observations into clear, human-centred outcomes. Experienced in independent research, editorial direction, and rapid prototyping. Brings both aesthetic sensibility and analytical rigour to collaborative work. Looking to apply a cross-disciplinary perspective to real-world problems at the intersection of AI, XR, and human experience.
Graphic designUX ResearchUX Design
Looking for: Technical development (AR/VR or web) , AI/ML implementation, Pitching & presentation
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Leyi Zhou
UAL MA Virtual Reality
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am an XR designer and developer with a background in art and design. My work focuses on creating immersive experiences that combine installation, mixed reality, and interactive storytelling. I have developed projects that integrate physical space with MR environments, as well as multiplayer MR serious games exploring social and environmental topics. My practice brings together concept art, visual design, UX thinking, and Unity development to translate ideas into interactive spatial experiences.
Art and DesignUser experience DesignConcept Art
Looking for: Experience with AI tools and XR technologies. Strong coding skills. Experience with Unity or interactive development.
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Aubrey Zhang
Cambridge
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am a creative operations strategist working at the intersection of education, psychology, and social innovation. My work focuses on building practical education initiatives that promote equity and access for international students, combining behavioural insights with scalable programme design. I currently run an education brand that experiments with new ways of delivering research-based learning experiences and academic preparation. Through this hackathon, I hope to collaborate with diverse teams to explore how technology, design thinking, and interdisciplinary ideas can reshape the future of global education. I value creativity, open dialogue, and building solutions that adapt to real educational needs.
psychologyeducationdesign
Looking for: AI / technical prototyping (ML, NLP, or product engineering) ; Product design & UX thinking; Business strategy / venture building
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PARK, MinGwan
Royal College of Art
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: No
Open-minded, breakthrough designer who enjoys turning complex ideas into clear and engaging experiences. I want to build a “Natural Language XR Museum Curator App.”
Visual PresentationMessage-driven designUX/UI
Looking for: AI/XR, BM, Archaeology
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Ji-Hyun Oh
imperial college
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am Ohji, a creative and driven designer with a background in product design, fashion, and business. Currently pursuing a master’s in Healthcare Design at Imperial College and the Royal College of Art, I am passionate about medtech, AI, and ageing. I thrive in collaborative environments, combining strategic thinking with hands-on design skills to solve complex problems. Curious, adaptable, and detail-oriented, I enjoy exploring innovative solutions that improve people’s lives while pushing the boundaries of design and technology.
healthcare design
Looking for: tech based like a developer
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Saurabhkumar Ramanbhai Parmar
Goldsmiths University
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am a Creative Technologist and XR Developer. I have more then 8 years of experience in immersive tech industry. I am very focused person on task.
Codingthird party device integrationhealthcare
Looking for: Designing, storytelling, Narrative, 3D modeller, animator
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Tanaya Chitale
RCA
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am a London-based Service Design master’s student at the Royal College of Art with a background in UI/UX and visual communication. My work focuses on complex systems and how services, stakeholders, and human behaviour intersect. Combining systems thinking, behavioural insight, and experience design, I translate research into clear journeys, strategic frameworks, and compelling visual narratives. I value clarity, critical thinking, and thoughtful problem-solving, and I approach design as a way to make complexity understandable and actionable.
EducationDesignHealthcare
Looking for: AR/VR Development Experience, 3D Modelling & Spatial Design, Technical Programming Skills
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Wong Zioedy
Royal College of Art
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
A systems thinker with 8 years of experience in design research in from the public sector in Singapore to the crypto industry in Dubai.
Product researchPrototypingWireframing
Looking for: Programming/Coding, Computer Science, Engineering
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ivy Liu
UCL
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I’m an MA student in Immersive Factual Storytelling at UCL, with experience in VR/360 storytelling, interactive experience design, and research-led narrative development. I’m interested in building AI + XR experiences that turn complex real-world topics into accessible, engaging, human-centred learning experiences. I’d love to contribute in concept development, storytelling, user journey design, and pitch presentation
arts & designVRresearch
Looking for: coding,builder,tech
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Junfeng
UCL
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
A multiple student from UCL study Engineering and Education.
Communication Project management coding software development education
Looking for: coding design pitching
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Jinxuan Lisa Zhang
University of Warwick
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am a History of Art student at the University of Warwick and a dedicated AI & XR enthusiast. My work sits at the intersection of art and technology, forming the core of my academic research and creative practice. I have experience curating interactive digital exhibitions and VR experiences, specifically experimenting with audience engagement within cybernetic paradigms. My projects leverage immersive storytelling to deliver social narratives, focusing on minor group advocacy and contemporary ethics in the age of AI. I aim to bridge the gap between historical artistic frameworks and future-facing technologies to create meaningful, socially-aware digital interventions.
Creative Director & CuratorXR StrategyImmersive Storytelling
Looking for: Software Development, 3D Modelling, UI/UX engineering.
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Alice Jiang
Royal college of art
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
Hi, I’m Alice Jiang. I earned my BA in Arts and Crafts, where I developed a strong sensitivity to materials, process, and hands-on making. My practice is rooted in craft traditions, especially ceramics, and shaped by close attention to texture, form, and cultural meaning. I recently completed an MA in Arts and Humanities, focusing on the intersection of art, sociology, and humanistic inquiry. I’m interested in how artistic practice engages with social contexts—how objects carry stories, construct identity, and create spaces for dialogue and community.
Art design and art craftany form of visual artscommunication
Looking for: collaboration and openness;reliability and accountability;communication skills
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Sarah Imdad
UCL
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am a biomedical engineer doing a PhD in neuroscience to understand movement patterns of upper limb in stroke patients using XR+AI. I have lots of experience with motion capture, body-tracking and deep learning.
CodingHealthcareDesign
Looking for: Great coding skills, teamwork, energy ;)
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Shimin Zhang
Cambridge
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am a systems-oriented thinker with a strong interest in emerging technologies and their impact on human experience. I enjoy exploring how digital tools reshape interaction, behavior, and collaboration. With a background in analytical research and structured problem-solving, I bring clarity, strategic thinking, and curiosity to interdisciplinary teams. I am especially interested in how XR can transform learning, communication, and immersive storytelling.
Organizational research & behavioral analysis;Human–AI collaboration & technology adoption;Strategic thinking & systems analysis;Data analysis & survey design
Looking for: coding; software development; design
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Shreya bansal
Deloitte
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: No
I am a Spatial XR Designer specialising in crafting immersive experiences for XR (VR/AR/MR) technologies, with expertise in Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest Devices. As a creative enthusiast, I thrive on innovating and building new experiences that captivate consumers. My passion lies in exploring the intersection of design and tech, constantly pushing boundaries to deliver captivating experiences.
designuser journeyexperience flow
Looking for: Unity/Unreal Developer, 3D generalist, Video creator
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Elena Atanasova
UCL
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am currently doing an MSc in Human-Computer Interaction. Additionally, I have a background in Computer Science. I am interested in emerging tech and how to design and develop novel interactions between humans and machines. I am looking to work on projects that directly could benefit people.
codingpsychologydesign
Looking for: coding/software development, healthcare, XR/design
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Zihan Tang
RCA
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am currently studying Product Design, with a strong interest in future-oriented and socially responsible design. My academic background has helped me develop skills in research, concept development, and visual communication. I enjoy exploring how design can respond to real-world challenges, especially in areas related to human-centered innovation.
Design ProductArtUser Experience
Looking for: coding, software development, healthcare
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Vivek Verma
UCL
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: No
I’m skilled in program design, curriculum development, and building AI-powered learning experiences from concept to execution. I enjoy turning complex ideas into practical, scalable education solutions. I’ve led cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects, including winning First Prize at the UCL Society Hackathon. My strengths lie in strategic thinking, rapid prototyping, user-centered design, and leading teams under pressure to create meaningful EdTech innovation.
EducationPresentationArts and Design
Looking for: Coding, Software Development, EdTech
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Qianrong Li
University of Arts London
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am Qianrong (LQR), an MA Virtual Reality student at the University of the Arts London with a fine arts/printmaking background. I develop Meta Quest VR prototypes in Unity (URP, XR Interaction Toolkit) and can deliver end-to-end outcomes from concept and script/storyboard to a runnable build and a presentation-ready video. My practice combines art direction and technical art, including C# interaction/gameplay scripting, NavMesh/Animator-driven NPC behaviours, and stylised materials/post-processing. I also have experience with AI image/video workflows and post-production. I am seeking an interdisciplinary team to build a feasible AI×XR prototype grounded in real-world constraints, with strong narrative clarity and visual coherence.
Arts & DesignVR Interaction Prototyping (Meta Quest)AI Image/Video Visual Workflows
Looking for: AI/ML Engineer(LLM / CV / Agents); Product / User Research(Problem Framing + Validation); Backend / Full-stack Developer(Deployment / APIs / Data Integration)
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Saumya Patel
RCA
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: Yes
I am a London-based Service Design master’s student with a strong focus on complex systems in aviation and humanitarian contexts. motivated learner with strong skills in research, writing, and critical thinking. I enjoy finding accurate information, analyzing facts and statistics, and turning complex ideas into clear explanations. I am especially interested in learning, studying efficiently, and working with data, including health related topics. I approach tasks thoughtfully, value clarity and accuracy, and am always eager to improve my understanding and skills through exploration and practice.
educationdesignResearch synthesis
Looking for: Who have experience or interest in AR or VR development, such as skills in 3D modeling, Unity or Unreal Engine, or programming.
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Wasim Ahmed Rashid
Not specified
📍 Cambridge on 13th of March: No
I am Ch. Wasim Ahmed Rashid, a Computer Instructor at GGHS Pithorani, Bhimber, with a strong passion for educational technology, AI integration, and immersive learning solutions. I specialize in promoting digital literacy, data-driven decision-making, and innovative classroom practices. My interest lies in leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Extended Reality (XR) technologies to create interactive, personalized, and future-ready learning environments. I am committed to transforming traditional education systems through smart digital solutions that enhance student engagement, teacher effectiveness, and institutional performance.
CodingpsychologyEducation
Looking for: AI & Emerging Technology Expertise – Strong knowledge of Artificial Intelligence, XR, and immersive learning systems. Problem-Solving & Innovation Mindset – Ability to think critically, design creative solutions, and adapt to evolving technologies.