Amir Haj-Bolouri

Amir Haj-Bolouri is a Professor at Halmstad University, specializing in Design Science and Immersive Media. His research focuses on Information Systems, particularly exploring phenomenological perspectives on immersive virtual reality, sustainable safety training design, and philosophical conceptualizations of space in technology. He has contributed extensively to understanding embodied experiences in VR, gamification strategies for workplace learning, and ethical dimensions of information systems design.

His work bridges philosophy and technology, addressing topics like meaningful virtual experiences, sustainable design principles, and the interplay between digital spaces and human cognition. He has pioneered frameworks for analyzing immersive environments through phenomenological lenses and developed actionable design theories for safety training and civic engagement platforms.

• Research Themes: Immersive Virtual Reality, Design Science, Phenomenology, Sustainable Technology, Ethics in Design
• Notable Contributions: Frameworks for conceptualizing space in IS, gamified safety training models, and embodied VR experience analysis

Recent publications emphasize pluralistic research approaches, integrating philosophical inquiry with practical design solutions. His work often addresses societal challenges through technology, such as enhancing workplace safety through VR simulations and fostering civic participation in digital spaces.