Sylvia Pont

Prof. Sylvia Pont is a Professor of Perceptual Intelligence at Delft University of Technology, leading the Perceptual Intelligence lab and section. Her work focuses on multisensory design, lighting science, and ecological optics, emphasizing cross-disciplinary approaches to real-world perception challenges. She coordinates the Master’s course Lighting Design and teaches in human-centered design and multisensory systems. As an Associate Editor for the Journal of Vision, her research bridges art, science, and design, with notable contributions to lighting design methods and material perception.

• Research Themes: Multisensory experiences, light-material interactions, perceptual intelligence, and healthcare environments.
• Media & Outreach: Featured in ILI Magazine, Radio Omroep Delft, and public lectures like the Van Leeuwenhoek Lecture on light perception.
• Professional Roles: Board member of Stichting Dutch Daylight (2022–2026), promoting daylight research and applications.

Her publications span lighting science, AI ethics, and healthcare acoustics, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary innovation. Recent work includes studies on ICU soundscapes, algorithmic fairness, and the perceptual impact of light color changes.