Personal profile
Biography
Professor Jon McCormack is jointly appointed in the Faculty of Art Design & Architecture (MADA) and Faculty of Information Technology. He is the founder and director of SensiLab.
Research interests
Computational Creativity
Human-machine interfaces
Tangible interfaces
Cybernetic systems
Agent-based modelling
Visualisation and virtual environments
Electronic Media Art
Evolutionary Music and Art
Artificial Life
Computer Music
Generative Systems
Supervision interests
Computational Creativity
Human-machine interfaces
Tangible interfaces
Cybernetic systems
Agent-based modelling
Visualisation and virtual environments
Electronic Media Art
Evolutionary Music and Art
Artificial Life
Computer Music
Generative Systems
Monash teaching commitment
Research only staff member
Education/Academic qualification
Computer Science, Doctor of Philosophy, Monash University
Award Date: 15 Oct 2004
Computer Science / Applied Mathematics, Bachelor of Science Honours, Monash University
Award Date: 1 Nov 1987
Film and Animation, Graduate Diploma of Art (Film and Television), Swinburne University of Technology
Award Date: 1 Nov 1986
Computer Science / Applied Mathematics, Bachelor of Science, Monash University
Award Date: 1 Oct 1985
Research area keywords
- ARTS/HUMANITIES/CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
- Art Works/Artifacts
- Artificial Intelligence/Cybernetics
- Artificial Life
- Electronic Media Art
- Evolutionary Computing
- Computer Music
- Computer Graphics
- Creativity
- Developmental Models
- Digital Computers/Computing
- Digital Design
- Digital Music
- Digital imaging and photomedia
- Ecosystems
- Electronic Media
- Evolutionary computing
- Generative Art
- L-Systems
- Morphogenesis
- Sound Arts
- Virtual Reality
- Visual Arts
- Visualization
- Interaction Design
- Augmented Reality
- Music Composition
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Encoding Material Agency:: Encoding Material Agency: Generative Design for a Sustainable Future
McCormack, J. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Snooks, R. (Chief Investigator (CI))
ARC - Australian Research Council
1/12/25 → 30/11/28
Project: Research
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Making Crime Pay: Manufacturing Heritage Experiences in a Digital Age
Maxwell-Stewart, H. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Wise, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Roberts, D. A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Gibbs, M. D. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Moore, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Lueg, C. (Partner Investigator (PI)), Twidale, M. (Partner Investigator (PI)), McCormack, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Carlin, S. (Partner Investigator (PI))
ARC - Australian Research Council, University of New England (Australia)
22/10/23 → 21/10/26
Project: Research
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Project 44 - Generative architectural design engine
Cruz Gambardella, C. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Phung, D. (Chief Investigator (CI)), McCormack, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Cai, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Murray, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Weiss, K. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Patterson, D. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Huang, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Gribble, A. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/07/23 → 30/06/26
Project: Research
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Building 4.0 CRC: Better buildings, new efficiencies through technology and collaboration
Aitchison, M. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Ngo, T. D. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Maxwell, D. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Couper, R. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Breen Lovett, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Cumarasamy, S. (Project Manager), Blue, K. (Project Manager), Laverty, C. (Project Manager), Gerber, P. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Merkoulova, Y. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Sohal, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Dare, R. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Moehler, R. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Nicholson, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Grundy, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Garcia De La Banda Garcia, M. (Chief Investigator (CI)), McCormack, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Vu, L. H. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Dwyer, T. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Murray, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Kulic, D. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Bai, Y. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Davies, C. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Zhou, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Duffield, C. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Singh, P. J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Bridge, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Erol, I. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Drogemuller, R. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Mahendran, M. (Chief Investigator (CI))
10/09/20 → 30/06/27
Project: Research
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Conviction Politics: the convict routes of Australian democracy
Moore, A. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), McCormack, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Marriott, K. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Maxwell-Stewart, H. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Quinlan, M. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Carter, N. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Davis, M. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Brookes, J. (Partner Investigator (PI)) & Thomas, S. (Partner Investigator (PI))
Union Education Foundation, University of Tasmania
11/02/20 → 10/08/26
Project: Research
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Mixer Metaphors: audio interfaces for non-musical applications
McNamara, T., McCormack, J. & Llano, M. T., 19 Jun 2025, Proceedings of the International Conference on New Interfaces for Musical Expression 2025. Buse Cavdir, D. & Berthaut, F. (eds.). NIME, 9 p. (Proceedings of the International Conference on New Interfaces for Musical Expression).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference Paper › Research › peer-review
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Transhuman Ansambl: a system for immersive and performative experience of music heritage
Ivsic, L., McCormack, J. & Dziekan, V., 2025, In: International Journal of Heritage Studies. 31, 11, p. 1391-1413 23 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Visually-Led Design for Gestural Audiovisual Instruments
Trolland, S., Ilsar, A. & McCormack, J., 19 Jun 2025, Proceedings of the International Conference on New Interfaces for Musical Expression 2025. Buse Cavdir, D. & Berthaut, F. (eds.). NIME, 9 p. (Proceedings of the International Conference on New Interfaces for Musical Expression).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference Paper › Research › peer-review
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Building Simulations with Generative Artificial Intelligence
McCormack, J. & Grierson, M., 2024, Climate Disaster Preparedness: Reimagining Extreme Events through Art and Technology. Del Favero, D., Thurow, S., J. Ostwald, M. & Frohne, U. (eds.). Cham Switzerland: Springer, p. 137-150 13 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter (Book) › Research › peer-review
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Designing Cultural Experiences within Technosocial Systems
Dziekan, V., McCormack, J., Ivšić, L., Raby, O. & Rajcic, N., 2024, Museums and Technologies of Presence. Shehade, M. & Stylianou-Lambert, T. (eds.). Oxon UK: Routledge, p. 74-92 19 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter (Book) › Research › peer-review
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Prizes
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2022 Designers Australia Awards, Use Category - Award of Merit: Blundstone Intelligent Footwear
Page, R. (Recipient), Wilson, E. (Recipient), Dickinson, A. (Recipient), McCormack, J. (Recipient), Armstrong, M. (Recipient), Flynn, D. (Recipient), Kidd, R. (Recipient), Brown, H. (Recipient), Morfuni, R. (Recipient) & Kerley, B. (Recipient), 2022
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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2022 Good Design Award, Design Research, Gold Winner: Blundstone Intelligent Footwear for Healthcare
Wilson, E. (Recipient), Page, R. (Recipient), Dickinson, A. (Recipient), McCormack, J. (Recipient), Armstrong, M. (Recipient), Flynn, D. (Recipient), Kidd, R. (Recipient), Morfuni, R. (Recipient) & Kerley, B. (Recipient), 2022
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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On the Machine Condition and its Creative Expression
Llano Rodriguez, T. (Recipient), Colton, S. (Recipient), Pease, A. (Recipient), Guckelsberger, C. (Recipient) & McCormack, J. (Recipient), Sept 2020
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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Human collaboration with an AI musician
Llano Rodriguez, T. (Contributor), McCormack, J. (Contributor), Ilsar, A. (Contributor), d’Inverno, M. (Contributor) & Yee-King, M. (Contributor)
Oct 2020 → …Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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Member - Faculty Research Committee - Faculty of Information Technology, Monash University
McCormack, J. (Member)
1 Jan 2016Activity: External Academic Engagement › External research organisation, centre or institute
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Artist in Residence - Ars Electronica Future Lab
McCormack, J. (Visitor)
1 Sept 2011 → 31 Jul 2012Activity: External Academic Engagement › External research organisation, centre or institute
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Visiting Research Fellow - Goldsmith University of London
McCormack, J. (Fellow)
1 Jan 2010 → 31 Dec 2012Activity: External Academic Engagement › External research organisation, centre or institute
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Springer-Verlag London Ltd. (Publisher)
Giacobini, M. (Editor in chief), Brabazon, A. (Editor in chief), Cagnoni, S. (Editor in chief), Di Caro, G. A. (Editor in chief), Drechsler, R. (Editor in chief), Ekart, A. (Editor in chief), Esparacia-Alcazar, A. I. (Editor in chief), Farooq, M. (Editor in chief), Fink, A. (Editor in chief), McCormack, J. (Editor in chief), O'Neill, M. (Editor in chief), Romero, J. (Editor in chief), Rothlauf, F. (Editor in chief), Squillero, G. (Editor in chief), Uyar, A. S. (Editor in chief) & Yang, S. (Editor in chief)
2008Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial responsibility
Press/Media
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RADIO NEW ZEALAND: 'Smart boot developed to prevent injuries for health workers'
Page, R., Wilson, E., Dickinson, A., McCormack, J., Armstrong, M., Flynn, D., Kidd, R., Brown, H., Morfuni, R. & Kerley, B.
2/08/22
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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HERALD SUN: 'Hi-tech boots for health workers'
Page, R., Wilson, E., Dickinson, A., McCormack, J., Armstrong, M., Flynn, D., Kidd, R., Brown, H., Morfuni, R. & Kerley, B.
14/07/22
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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CHANNEL 9 NEWS: 'Researchers and famous boot maker developing 'smart boot' for healthcare workers'
Page, R., Wilson, E., Dickinson, A., McCormack, J., Armstrong, M., Flynn, D., Kidd, R., Brown, H., Morfuni, R. & Kerley, B.
13/07/22
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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AUSTRALIAN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY JOURNAL: 'Researchers pair with boot maker to develop smart shoe for nurses and doctors'
Page, R., Wilson, E., Dickinson, A., McCormack, J., Armstrong, M., Flynn, D., Kidd, R., Brown, H., Morfuni, R. & Kerley, B.
13/07/22
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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THE AUSTRALIAN: 'Blundstone and Monash University create an 'intelligent boot' for health workers'
Page, R., Wilson, E., Dickinson, A., McCormack, J., Armstrong, M., Flynn, D., Kidd, R., Brown, H., Morfuni, R. & Kerley, B.
13/07/22
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature