Astrid Beck

Astrid Beck serves as Professor for Human-Computer-Interaction at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences within the School of Computer Science and Engineering, contributing to academic leadership and research in user-centered design.

Education:

• Diploma, TU Berlin
• Master's degree, University of Southern California

Research Interests: Specializing in Human-Computer Interaction, Usability Engineering, and Software Ergonomics, her work emphasizes practical applications for enhancing software usability and user experience across diverse digital platforms. Research focuses on bridging theoretical frameworks with industry implementation standards.

Professional Leadership:

• President of German Usability Professionals’ Association (German UPA) since 2015
• Former spokesperson for Software-Ergonomics group, Gesellschaft für Informatik (GI)

Scientific Recognition: No formal awards documented in source material, though significant influence through professional association leadership.

Academic Contributions: Active supervision of student projects and curriculum development in HCI, with ongoing industry collaborations for usability testing frameworks. Research grants primarily industry-sponsored for applied ergonomics projects.

Research Infrastructure: Coordinates usability testing facilities within the university's computing infrastructure, supporting student projects and industry partnerships through dedicated lab resources.