Jessica Cauchard

Prof. Jessica Cauchard is a Full Professor in the Department of Computational Perception and Reality at TU Wien. Her research focuses on Visual Computing, Human-Centered Technology, and Human-Robot Interaction, with emphasis on drones, affective computing, and wearable systems. She leads the Artifact-based Computing and User Research group and teaches courses in interface design, human-centered computing, and project supervision.

Her work bridges technical innovation with user-centric design, addressing challenges in emergency response (e.g., firefighting drones), cross-cultural technology adoption, and emotional interaction with autonomous systems. Key research areas include human-drone collaboration, trust in automation, and affective robotics.

Recent publications explore drone applications in firefighting, emotion regulation in robotics, and culturally adaptive HCI. She actively participates in international conferences like MobileHCI and AutomationXP, contributing to both technical and ethical aspects of emerging technologies.

Prof. Cauchard's research integrates multidisciplinary methods from computer science, cognitive science, and design studies. Current projects investigate drone safety protocols, expressive robot behavior, and the socio-technical impact of aerial vehicles in public spaces.