Pat Healey

Professor Pat Healey is a prominent academic in Human Interaction and Communication Technologies, holding a professorship at Queen Mary University of London's School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science. He leads the Centre for Human-Centred Computing, focusing on how digital technologies transform human communication. His research integrates psychological theories with computational models to understand interaction dynamics in diverse contexts, including healthcare, robotics, and creative collaboration.

He teaches modules such as Design for Human Interaction and Creative Group Project, emphasizing practical application of communication theories. His work spans theoretical studies (e.g., repair phenomena in dialogue) to applied projects (e.g., smart wearable sensors for social behavior analysis). Key grants include studies on mental health communication, internet standards, and human-robot interaction.

Recent publications highlight his focus on organizational communication, gesture analysis, and AI-driven recommendation systems. He collaborates internationally, addressing challenges in healthcare delivery, computational linguistics, and social robotics. His research bridges cognitive science, computer science, and design to create technologies that align with human social and cognitive needs.