Giselle Su Hong Gick
- Research Fellow
Centre for Research-Creation in Digital Media
SDGs Focus
Biography
Giselle Su Hong Gick is Research Fellow at the Centre of Research-Creation in Digital Media, Sunway University. With a background in psychology, she is interested in addressing mental health and social issues through digital media such as Virtual and Augmented Reality. Her master's degree research-creation project focused on using storytelling and virtual reality narratives to build understanding between generations. Her current research focuses on using virtual and augmented reality for learning and education, as well as narratives and storytelling.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business, Monash University, Malaysia (2013)
- Master in Visual Communication and Media Studies, Sunway University, Malaysia (2022)
Research Interests
- Virtual and augmented reality
- XR in Learning and Education
- Augmented Narratives and Storytelling
Teaching Areas
- Virtual & Augmented Reality
Notable Publications
- Su, G.H.G., & Thwaites, H. (2023). Creating a Tool to Explore Intergenerational Understanding through the use of Virtual Reality in Malaysia. Junctures-the Journal for Thematic Dialogue, 23, 71-84. https://doi.org/10.34074/junc.23003 (SDG10)
Achievements & Accolades
- Merdeka Textile Museum (on-going)
- VR project to foster awareness among younger generations about elderly care (on-going)
- Incorporate XR in educational content to promote zero waste (on-going)