John Quarles

John Quarles is a Professor at the University of Texas at San Antonio, specializing in Virtual Reality (VR) and Human-Computer Interaction. His research focuses on accessibility in immersive technologies, cybersickness mitigation, and inclusive design. He has contributed over 100 publications across top venues like IEEE VR, ISMAR, and IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics. His work addresses challenges faced by users with disabilities, such as balance impairments and mobility limitations, through innovative feedback systems and adaptive algorithms. Quarles has co-authored influential papers on cybersickness prediction, VR accessibility for persons with Multiple Sclerosis, and disability simulations to reduce societal bias. He has held leadership roles including Program Chair for IEEE VR 2023, demonstrating his influence in academic and industrial VR communities. His research spans interdisciplinary applications in healthcare, education, and rehabilitation, with notable collaborations on datasets like 'Mazed and Confused' and frameworks like SmoothRide. Key themes include multimodal feedback methods, user-centric design principles, and leveraging AI for personalized VR experiences.