Noah Paessel

né Noah Fields

curriculum vitæ(cv)

November 2024

Leverett, MA, USA

+1 617-792-3333

knowuh@gmail.com

https://knowuh.com/

Education

Master of Science in Media Arts and Science

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

2003–2005

Advisor: John Maeda

Human Computer Interaction

Non-degree Coursework in Computer Science

Harvard University

1998–1999

Object Oriented Programming I & II

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture

Massachusetts College of Art and Design

1988–1992

Interactive computer controlled sculpture

Employment

Adjunct Professor

Greenfield Community College

2022–

  • Designed and taught courses in computer arts, web design, animation, and creative coding.
  • Instructed students in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Figma, Adobe Suite, and Blender.

Adjunct Lecturer

Northeastern University

2016–2018

  • Created and taught graduate courses in JavaScript and Data Visualization.
  • Guided capstone projects in the Information Design and Visualization program.

Researcher & Senior Software Engineer

The Concord Consortium

2008–2022

  • Co-PI on NSF-funded GeoCode project for computational literacy in geoscience.
  • Developed web-based science simulations using React, TypeScript, and MobX.
  • Led creation of learning management systems (Portal and LARA).

Founder & CEO

SNiF Labs

2005–2008

  • Founded a startup that raised $3.5M and delivered 2,000 pet-tracking units.
  • Developed real-time sensor networks and on-device pet behavior tracking.

Systems Programmer

MIT Media Lab

2000–2003

  • Developed internal software solutions for authentication, systems management, and research publication.

Software Engineer

The Concord Consortium

1998–2000

  • Designed and built software activities for middle and high school students using Java and Swing.
  • Developed 'What If Builder'—a non-linear scenario planner and decision-making tool.
  • Created 'Community Designer'—a simplified GIS map creation tool for children.

Systems Administrator

The Concord Consortium

1995–1998

  • Supported 30 full-time staff in a mixed architecture LAN.
  • Managed Linux servers hosting hundreds of online course participants over the Internet.
  • Designed, implemented, and maintained custom databases and internet applications for collaborative learning.

Vice President of Operations

TechnoFrolics

1992–1996

  • Designed circuit boards using ORCAD and managed the electronics fabrication process.
  • Developed software interfaces in the Forth programming language to control custom electronics.
  • Designed and built custom exhibit elements and enclosures using AutoCAD and fabrication equipment.
  • Produced drawings for the company's patents.

Grants & Fellowships

National Science Foundation, 1841928, "Integrating Transdisciplinary and Computational Approaches in the Earth Science Curriculum Using Data Visualizations, Scientific Argumentation, and Exploration of Geohazards," Pallant A (Principal Investigator), Connor C, Charlevoix D, Lee H, Paessel N, The Concord Consortium, 2018–2023. Award amount: $1.9M
2018–2023
MIT Council for the Arts, "HVAC: Revamp– Bubble Machine Installation," Dalton B, Paessel N [as Fields N], Frid-Jimenez A, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005. Award amount: $3,000
2005
The MIT Media Laboratory, "Steven R. Holtzman Fellowship for Digital Expression," Paessel N [as Fields N], Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2005.
2005

Publications

Journals and Conferences

Lee H, Gweon G, Lord T, Paessel N, Pallant A, Pryputniewicz S. "Machine Learning-Enabled Automated Feedback"; Journal of Science Education and Technology. 2020; 30: 168–192. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10956-020-09889-7
2020
Paessel N [as Fields N], Gips J, Liang P. "SNiF: Social Networking in Fur"; ACM SIGCHI. 2005; : 1391–1394. https://doi.org/10.1145/1056808.1056924
2005

Other Publications

Paessel N. "Visualizing Geohazards and Risk with Code"; @Concord. 2020; 23 (3): 10-11. https://concord.org/newsletter/2020-winter/visualizing-geohazards-and-risk-with-code/
2020
Paessel N. "Under the Hood: In-browser Image Capture with Shutterbug"; @Concord. 2013; 17 (2): 14. https://concord.org/newsletter/2013-fall/under-the-hood/
2013
Paessel N [as Fields N]. " Interaction Harvesting for Document Retrieval [Master’s Thesis]"; Massachusetts Institute of Technology, School of Architecture and Planning, Program in Media Arts and Sciences. 2005; : 1-83. https://dspace.mit.edu/handle/1721.1/32505
2005
Paessel N [as Fields N]. "Using GIS to Support Sustainable Development Education"; @Concord. 1999; : 3-4. https://concord.org/sites/default/files/newsletters/1999/winter/at-concord-winter-1999.pdf
1999

Patents

Paessel N [as Fields N], Gips J, Liang P. 2007; "Tag System". U.S. Patent US7616124, October 11, 2006: Issued November 10, 2009.
2007

Courses Taught

Greenfield Community College

2022–

  • Computer Arts Foundation (designed and taught)
  • Creative Coding (designed and taught)
  • Computer Arts I (designed and taught)
  • Visual Concepts I (taught)
  • Website Design and Development (designed and taught online)
  • Website Management (designed and taught online)

Northeastern University

2016–2018

  • Interactive Visualizations – Studio 2 (designed and taught)
  • Sketching With Code (designed and taught)
  • Visualizing Text – Studio 2 (designed and taught)

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

2004–2005

  • Independent Activities Period: d'Arbeloff Digital Arts Learning Studio (designed and taught)
  • Fundamentals of Computational Media Design (teaching assistant)

Invited Presentations, Conferences, and Workshops

Cope C, Meyer N, O'Beirne J, Paessel N, Popoff K, Simms J. "Connections– GCC at UMass." Gallery talk: University of Massachusetts, Amherst MA.
2023
Cope C, Meyer N, O'Beirne J, Paessel N, Popoff K, Simms J. "Faculty show." Gallery talk: Greenfield Community College, Greenfield, MA.
2022–2023
Paessel N. "Creative Technologies Process." Artist Talk: University of Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
2022
Paessel N. "Doodling With the Canvas API." Workshop: Nerd Summit, University of Massachusetts Amherst, MA.
2019
Paessel N, Chao J. "Visualizing Geohazards and Risk with Code (GeoCode)." Poster Session: NSF STEM+Computing Program meeting, Alexandria, VA.
2019
Paessel N [as Fields N]. "Visiting Artist: Mixed Media Assemblage." Artist Talk: Simmons College, Boston, MA.
1991

Exhibitions

"Augmented Reality – Evolution of a Small Town." Group exhibition. Zullo Gallery, Medfield, MA
2024
"Faculty Show." Group exhibition. South Gallery, Greenfield Community College, Greenfield, MA.
2022–2023
"Connections– GCC at UMass." Group exhibition. Herter Art Gallery, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA.
2023
"Riff." Two person exhibition. Gallery on the Green, Canton, CT.
2014
"20th Juried Exhibition." Juried show. Curated by Pope W. Zullo Gallery, Medfield, MA.
2014
"2014 Winter Juried Exhibition." Juried show. Duxbury Art Association, Duxbury, MA.
2014
"2012 Juried Exhibition." Juried show. Curated by Rogulina A. Award: First place. Farmington Valley Arts Center, Avon, CT.
2012
"Ways To See / New Art From Massachusetts." Curated exhibition. Curated by Oursler T. The Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston, MA.
1992
"Walls." Solo exhibition. Thompson Gallery, Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Boston, MA
1991

Select Projects

Flipbook Creator Web tool for converting movies into printable, pocket-sized flipbooks. Role: Creator. https://flipbook.knowuh.com/
2024
The Oblique Birdhouse Interactive sculpture inspired by Brian Eno and Peter Schmidt's Oblique Strategy for promoting creativity. Role: Creator. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mh2q5HPD6oI
2022
Ghost Type Shared typing experience on a digital typewriter interface, inspired by Ouija boards. Role: Creator. https://ghost-type.knowuh.com/
2021
Connections of Earth and Sky with Augmented Reality CEASAR Augmented reality sky simulation for collaborative problem-solving in STEM. Role: Unity Developer. University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL https://emit.education.illinois.edu/projects/ceasar
2019
SageModeler Web-based system dynamics modeling tool for middle and high school students. Role: Principal Developer. The Concord Consortium, Concord, MA https://sagemodeler.concord.org/
2015
Lightweight Activities Runtime and Authoring (LARA) An open-source Content Management System (CMS) for interactive learning activities. Role: Principal Software Engineer. The Concord Consortium, Concord, MA. https://authoring.concord.org/
2015
Shutterbug Open-source JavaScript/Ruby tool for in-browser image capture. Role: Creator. The Concord Consortium, Concord, MA https://github.com/concord-consortium/shutterbug
2013
Portal Activity Authoring, Deployment, and Reporting System Open-source Learning Management System (LMS) for educational research. Role: Principal Software Engineer. The Concord Consortium, Concord, MA https://learn.concord.org/
2008

Service

Member, Ad hoc committee on AI impact at Greenfield Community College, Greenfield, MA.
2023–2024
Advisory Committee Member, NSF #2125974 EarthCube Data Capabilities: Volcanology hub for Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Tools and Resources (VICTOR), Tufts University, Somerville MA.
2018–2021
Clerk of the Board of Trustees, The Rowe Center, Rowe, MA.
2016–2020
Track Chair: Fun With Code, Nerd Summit, New England Regional Developers, Northampton, MA.
2019