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Augustus E. Wendell is an educator and digital arts practitioner whose teaching and research explore the intersections of critical cultural studies, computational media, and emerging technologies. His work investigates digital visualization, extended reality (XR), and generative systems that shape creative and scholarly practices in art, architecture, and design. As an Assistant Professor of the Practice in the Department of Art, History & Visual Studies at Duke University since 2019, he focuses on immersive environments, AI-based image systems, and motion capture. His recent publications include research on interactive dance performance installations and the historical context of Asian American immigration, as well as innovative methods in assessing stroke recovery through interdisciplinary collaboration. Wendell has also received grants for his research on African American urbanism, demonstrating a commitment to examining and representing complex historical narratives through digital mediums.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Teaches courses and conducts research in the Department of Art, History & Visual Studies, focusing on digital arts and emerging technologies.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)