Ann McNamara is a Professor and the Associate Dean for Research & Creative Works in the College of Architecture at Texas A&M University. She is also the founding director of the VIVID Lab, an interdisciplinary lab focusing on advancing data visualization and information design.

McNamara's research uses innovative approaches to improve computer graphics and scientific visualization to enhance the user experience when creating, viewing, and interacting with virtual and augmented spaces. Her work has various applications in various fields, including architecture, engineering, and medicine.