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DAVID WALSH

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Dr DAVID WALSH

 https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2972-8233

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20142026

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Biography

David Walsh is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science specialising in Web Design and Development, User Experience (UX) Design, Accessible Web Systems, and Data Analytics. He is the Programme Leader for the BSc in Web Design, Development and Analytics, MSc Data Science and AI and MSc in Data Analytics.

 

David holds a BSc (Hons) in Computing and Information Systems from Lancaster University (2003) and an MSc in Computing and Information Systems from John Moores University (2006). He completed his PhD in Information Science at the University of Sheffield (2024), focusing on digital cultural heritage and user interaction with web-based systems under the supervision of Prof. Paul Clough.

 

His research interests centre on user interaction with digital platforms, specifically in the fields of information retrieval and UX for digital cultural heritage systems. His teaching areas include web technologies, programming languages, and enhancing student employability through practical industry experience.

 

David has extensive experience teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, covering topics such as Foundations of Computer Science, Web Design and Development, Search Engine Optimisation, Object Orientated Programming for the web, Server and Client Side Scripting, Professional Portfolio Development, Designing for Web Standards, Fundamentals of User Experience Design and Usability Testing and Data Analysis to name but a few. He is committed to curriculum development and integrating real-world industry experiences into academic programmes. This includes using live industry briefs for coursework, arranging guest speakers, and promoting internships and part-time work opportunities related to the field.

 

Before his academic career, David worked as an Electrical Engineer and SAP Web Portals Consultant. He also served as an Associate Tutor in Computing at Edge Hill College while pursuing his Master's degree.

 

Research interests

  • Digital humanities
  • Information Seeking and Information Retrieval
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • User Experience Design
  • Development of Web Systems

Teaching

  • Web Design and Development
  • Fundamentals of User Experience Design
  • Usability Testing and Data Analysis
  • Professional Web Portfolio
  • Business Intelligence
  • Server and Client Side Scripting
  • Project Supervisor (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)

Education/Academic qualification

Information Science, PhD, Investigating online user groups for digital cultural heritage: a study of National Museums Liverpool, University of Sheffield

Jul 2016 → 29 Aug 2024

Award Date: 29 Aug 2024

Computing and Information systems, MSc, Liverpool John Moores University

2003 → 2004

Business Information Systems, BSc, Lancaster University

2000 → 2003

Research Centres

  • Data and Complex Systems Research Centre

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  • AI in the Curator’s Loop: Designing Transparent and Trustworthy Metadata Displays under the EU AI Act

    WALSH, D., CAMPBELL, D., HALL, M., Clough, P., Palmer, R. & Bano, S., 22 Jan 2026, p. 16. 17 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review

    Open Access

  • Metadatenerweiterung für Digitale Kulturgüter mit Large Language Models

    Translated title of the contribution: Metadata Enrichment for Digital Cultural Assets with Large Language ModelsWALSH, D., HALL, M., CAMPBELL, D., Clough, P., Palmer, R. & Bano, S., 20 Feb 2026, p. 570-571. 2 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review

    Open Access
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  • Schlendern im Digitalen Museum

    Translated title of the contribution: Strolling in the Digital MuseumHall, M. & Walsh, D., 10 Mar 2023, p. 1-2. 2 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review

    Open Access
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  • Clustering and Classifying Users from the National Museums Liverpool Website

    WALSH, D., Clough, P., HALL, M., Hopfgartner, F. & Foster, J., 7 Sept 2021, Linking Theory and Practice of Digital Libraries: 25th International Conference on Theory and Practice of Digital Libraries, TPDL 2021, Virtual Event, September 13–17, 2021, Proceedings. Berget, G., Hall, M. M., Brenn, D. & Kumpulainen, S. (eds.). 1 ed. Switzerland: Springer, p. 202-214 13 p. (Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS, LNAI or LNBI)).

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference proceeding (ISBN) › peer-review

    Open Access
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  • Exploring Digital Cultural Heritage through Browsing

    HALL, M. & WALSH, D., 2021, Information Organization in Digital Humanities: Global Perspectives: IODH 2020. Golub, K. & Liu, Y.-H. (eds.). 1st ed. Routledge, p. 261-284 23 p. (Digital Research in the Arts and Humanities).

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review

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