David Geerts
Associate Professor · Human-Computer Interaction
Schloss Dagstuhl - Leibniz Center for InformaticsAbout
David Geerts is a prominent researcher in human-computer interaction, with a strong focus on interactive and social television, user experience design, and algorithmic transparency. He is affiliated with Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (KU Leuven) in Belgium, where he completed his PhD and has continued to contribute to research in media systems and digital interaction. His work spans over 15 years and includes extensive collaborations with leading researchers in Europe.
His research interests include:
- Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
- Interactive and Social Television
- Media Synchronization and Second Screens
- Mid-Air Haptics and Multimodal Feedback
- Algorithmic Transparency and Recommender Systems
- Inclusive and Provocative Design
David Geerts' recent publications explore the role of algorithms in scholarly communication, the design of civil discourse tools for news platforms, and the user experience of novel haptic and tangible interfaces. His work often combines empirical user studies with design innovation, particularly in the context of digital media and social technologies.
His publications appear consistently in top venues such as CHI, INTERACT, and TVX, reflecting sustained scholarly impact. Notable trends in his recent work include a shift toward critical examination of algorithmic systems in academia and society, as well as continued innovation in haptic and immersive interaction techniques.
David Geerts has collaborated with numerous researchers across institutions, including Pablo César, Bieke Zaman, and Jan Derboven. While no formal awards are listed in the provided text, his editorial contributions and book chapters indicate recognition within the academic community.
He has advised or collaborated on projects involving PhD students and early-career researchers, though specific advisees are not named. His research has been supported by academic grants and collaborative projects in digital media and human-computer interaction, though specific funding sources are not detailed in the text.
David Geerts is associated with research groups focused on meaningful interactions and user experience, such as the Meaningful Interactions Lab (Mintlab), which explores sociotechnical aspects of digital media and interaction design.
