Nicholas Dalton

Nicholas Dalton is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computing and Communications at Northumbria University, Newcastle. With a PhD in Engineering from University College London (2010), he has taught at prestigious institutions including UCL and The Open University across foundational to postgraduate levels, specializing in supporting neurodivergent students. His research bridges architecture and computing, focusing on large-scale user interfaces (e.g., public displays, VR, multitouch systems) and space syntax analysis. Current projects include combating obesogenic work environments through body movement tracking at standing desks and redesigning diabetes management interfaces. A founding member of NORSC (Northumbria Social Computing), he also explores neurodiversity advocacy and pedagogical innovations in computing education. His work appears in venues like the CHI Conference and Space Syntax Symposia.

• Education: PhD Engineering (UCL, 2010)
• Research Themes: HCI, Architecture-Computing Intersection, Neurodiversity
• Professional Affiliations: RSA Fellow, BCS/IET/ACM Member

Publications span technical journals and platforms like The Conversation, translating complex topics for broader audiences.