UofG researcher honoured by ACM
Published: 11 December 2025
A University of Glasgow computing scientist has been named as a Distinguished Member of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).
A University of Glasgow computing scientist has been named as a Distinguished Member of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).
Julie R. Williamson, a Professor of Immersive Interaction based at the University’s Mazumdar-Shaw Advanced Research Centre, is one of 61 leading researchers who have been announced in the latest round of elections for Distinguished Members.
Distinguished Members are chosen by their peers in recognition of significant technical achievements and/or volunteer service.
Professor Williamson is an ERC Consolidator Grant Awardee (funded by UKRI Guarantee) working on behavioural modelling and social signal processing when multiple users interact in immersive environments.
She also has a distinguished history of service to the Association for Computing Machinery and a dedication to excellent science and open publication practices.
Professor Williamson said: “I'm honoured to be named an ACM Distinguished Member, in particular being recognised for contributions to computing science and publication culture and infrastructure.
“Being a researcher is not only about producing excellent science, but also shaping the culture of the field. My work with ACM is deeply fulfilling, makes me a better researcher, and inspires me to aim higher in all aspects of my research career.”
ACM President Yannis Ioannidis said: “We see the annual announcement of a new class of Distinguished Members as one of our most important events and an excellent way to cap off the year.
“It’s our opportunity to recognize computing innovators whose efforts and creativity underpin the technologies that shape our world. And for those new Distinguished Members who are being recognized for their service, we’re underscoring that our field depends on colleagues who volunteer their time to serve the greater good.
“From conference organizers to editorial board members of ACM journals and computer science curriculum developers, these peers support the community that benefits us all. In many ways, becoming an ACM Distinguished Member is only a milestone towards greater achievements. We’re excited to see how these leaders will continue to shape our increasingly digital society.”
First published: 11 December 2025