John O’Connor, Strategic Lead for Technological University Dublin at the European University of Technology (EUt+), has been a pioneer in the field of virtual worlds and the metaverse. He designed and delivers the innovative module "Virtual Environments: Is One Life Enough?" entirely within the virtual world Second Life®, paving the way for immersive digital experiences in higher education. His groundbreaking work in this area has earned him prestigious recognitions, including the Jennifer Burke Award for Innovation in Teaching and Learning.