Maura Mengoni

Prof. Maura Mengoni is an Associate Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Mathematical Sciences of the University of Macerata (UNIVPM). Her work focuses on human-centered design methodologies integrating advanced technologies like AI-driven systems, XR applications, and affective computing. She leads research in smart manufacturing systems, ergonomic assessment tools, and inclusive technology development for diverse user groups including people with disabilities. Key projects include SOPHIA's IoT architecture for predictive maintenance and emotion-aware interfaces for automotive safety.

Research interests span industrial automation, virtual/augmented reality applications, and multimodal interaction design. Recent studies investigate cognitive workload in driving simulators, emotion-based museum experiences, and facial expression analysis for educational evaluation. Her work bridges engineering with humanities through projects like Civitas, enhancing cultural heritage accessibility via spatial augmented reality at Urbino’s Ducal Palace.

Publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, including collaborative designs with end-users for accessible technologies and data fusion techniques in manufacturing. She has pioneered systems linking customer emotions to shopping experiences and developed tools for ergonomic risk assessment using RGB camera networks.