Mila Bujić

Mila Bujić is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Computing Sciences Research Centre of Gameful Realities, Tampere University, specializing in virtual reality systems and human-computer interaction. Her work spans interdisciplinary domains including psychology, digital media, and immersive technology design, with significant contributions to understanding embodiment and social dynamics in virtual environments.

Her research focuses on Virtual Reality, Immersive Journalism, 360-degree Video, Social Virtual Reality, Altered States of Consciousness, and Immersive Media. She investigates how sensory modalities, avatar representation, and interaction techniques influence user experience, mindfulness, and social cognition in VR. Her experimental approach combines psychometric measurements with behavioral analysis to develop frameworks for effective immersive system design.

Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong trends in multi-user VR collaboration, embodiment mechanics, and digitally-induced altered states of consciousness. Her work consistently bridges technical implementation with psychological theory, emphasizing practical applications in journalism, education, and social interaction. Key methodological strengths include controlled VR experiments, global survey methodologies, and typology development for complex cognitive phenomena.

Scientific Awards:

• Best Paper Award (2020) for research on Immersive Journalism and 360-degree Video consumption

Dr. Bujić actively contributes to academic service as journal reviewer for ELUDAMOS and Simulation & Gaming, conference chair for Academic Mindtrek 2022, and organizational member of Tampere University Researchers (TATTE ry). Her research directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals through digital technology innovation for societal benefit.