Child-Tablet Computer Interaction Professors and Supervisors

Kristy ArmitageView profile

Research Fellow

University of QueenslandAustralia

Kristy Armitage is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Psychology , Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences , The University of Queensland (UQ). Her research focuses on metacognition, cognitive offloading, and children's problem-solving strategies, particularly in the context of digital tool usage. Bachelor (Honours) of Psychology, The University of Queensland Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, The University of Queensland Armitage investigates how children develop awareness of their cognitive limits and employ creative strategies to overcome these challenges. Her work also explores the cognitive consequences of growing up in the digital age, including interactions with computers, smartphones, and tablets. Recent publications examine social offloading, collaborative cognition, and external problem-solving techniques in developmental contexts. She contributes to fundamental developmental psychology through empirical studies on cognitive strategies and participates in applied research about technology's impact on cognition. Her work, published in journals like Developmental Psychology and Child Development , reveals patterns in children's spontaneous use of external tools and social interactions to enhance cognitive performance. Armitage is currently funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Projects (2025-2028) for research on children's foresight capacities. She is available for supervision and actively participates in the Early Cognitive Development Centre at UQ.

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Adam Kenneth DubéView profile

Associate Professor

McGill UniversityCanada

Dr. Adam Kenneth Dubé is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University's Faculty of Education . As Director of the Technology, Learning, & Cognition (TLC) Lab , he specializes in educational technology, cognitive development, and mathematical learning. His research explores tablet-based education, digital home numeracy practices, and children's interactions with smart assistants, funded by SSHRC and Fonds de Recherche du Québec. He has authored the book Understanding Tablets from Early Childhood to Adulthood: Encounters with Touch Technology and contributed to UN Digital Learning Guidelines. PhD in Psychology (University of Regina) MA in Psychology (University of Regina) Postdoctoral Research Fellow (University of Toronto) His work combines learning sciences and educational technology to address critical questions about digital learning efficacy. Articles highlight his focus on app store analysis, game-based pedagogy, and digital numeracy frameworks. Recent publications examine how user ratings influence app selection and how digital tools reshape mathematical cognition. Scientific Awards and Grants: SSHRC Insight Grant (2021) MITACS Accelerate (2020-2021) SSHRC Insight Grant (2020-2021) SSHRC Insight Development Grant (multiple 2019-2022) McGill Faculty of Education Distinguished Teacher Award AERA/SRCD Joint Fellow Research Trends show consistent exploration of educational technology's dual role in entertainment and learning, with recent work analyzing smart speakers' impact on children's understanding of artificial minds and AI communication.

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Pär NyströmView profile

Associate Professor

Uppsala UniversitySweden

Pär Nyström is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Uppsala University, specializing in developmental psychology with a focus on younger children. He is affiliated with Uppsala Barn- och Babylab and collaborates with Karolinska Institutet (KI) on Projekt Småsyskon, a longitudinal study aimed at identifying early markers for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). His work bridges psychological theory with advanced technological approaches, including eye-tracking and pupillometry. Nyström's research interests center on early developmental processes, particularly in social cognition and attention. His work examines gaze following, social attention, and physiological responses in infants, with special focus on identifying early biomarkers for neurodevelopmental disorders. He investigates how cultural factors, family adversities, and genetic predispositions influence developmental trajectories. His research spans cross-cultural contexts, including studies in Sweden and Bhutan, demonstrating his commitment to understanding universal and culture-specific aspects of development. Analysis of Nyström's recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong focus on methodological innovation in developmental research. His work integrates computer vision, EEG hyperscanning, and pupillometry to create more robust assessment tools for infant cognition. A significant portion of his research explores early markers for autism, examining gaze behavior, pupillary responses, and motion processing as potential diagnostic indicators. His studies frequently employ longitudinal designs and incorporate behavioral genetics through twin studies. Nyström has also contributed to methodological advancements in social science research, developing analysis tools like TimeStudio to enhance research transparency and replicability. His work bridges technical innovation with developmental psychology, creating new pathways for early identification of developmental disorders. In addition to his research, Nyström has served as director of studies and contributed to organizational development within the university. His collaborative approach is evident through extensive co-authorship across multiple institutions, particularly with researchers at Karolinska Institutet and international partners. He actively participates in large-scale collaborative projects examining developmental markers across diverse cultural contexts.

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Tiphaine ColliotView profile

Associate Professor

University of PoitiersFrance

Tiphaine Colliot is an Associate Professor in Cognitive Psychology at the University of Poitiers, affiliated with the Center for Research on Cognition and Learning (CeRCA) and the School of Human and Social Sciences (MSHS). Her research focuses on educational psychology, particularly in written production, note-taking strategies, graphic organizers, and multimedia learning. Active member of the executive committee of the IPHD MA program at INSPE Niort Collaborates with É. Jamet on studies related to cognitive load and generative learning Her recent work explores the impact of digital tools on learning outcomes, including tablet-based geometry instruction, adaptive feedback mechanisms, and multitasking effects during video lectures. Collaborative research with É. Jamet investigates structured note-taking, self-generated graphic organizers, and the role of real-time feedback in educational technology. Despite significant contributions to cognitive load theory, no explicit scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Colliot’s teaching responsibilities include academic methodology instruction, and she engages in developing interventions to enhance students’ self-regulation and writing efficacy.

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Tobias DreyView profile

Researcher

Ulm UniversityGermany

Dr. Tobias Drey was a Research Associate and PhD Candidate at Ulm University’s Institute of Media Informatics, focusing on Mixed Reality applications in education. His research emphasized AR/VR learning systems and in-situ authoring tools. He defended his dissertation "Towards Mixed Reality in Education" in 2023, earning summa cum laude. Prior to academia, he worked as a Software Engineer at Airbus (2013–2019). He holds an M.Sc. in Computer Science (Ulm, 2017) and a B.Eng. in Information Technology (Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University, 2013). Since 2015, he has been an external lecturer for courses on mobile networks and sensors. His research is funded by BMBF projects AuCity 2 and 3. Key contributions include frameworks like TriDactIX, SpARklingPaper for handwriting training, and VRSketchIn for 3D modeling. His work bridges HCI, education theory, and practical design challenges in Mixed Reality. Awards & Grants : Dissertation summa cum laude (2023) BMBF-funded research (AuCity projects) Advising & Teaching : Supervised multiple theses as an external lecturer. His grants and collaborations reflect a focus on interdisciplinary innovation. Labs/Teams : Core member of the HCI Group at Ulm University, contributing to projects like SpARklingPaper and VRSketchIn.

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Ibrahim El ShemyView profile

Research Fellow

Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway

Ibrahim El Shemy serves as a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Information Security and Communication Technology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), concurrently pursuing his PhD while contributing as an MSCA Early-Stage Researcher to the EU-funded e-LADDA project. His academic foundation includes: MSc in Computer Science and Engineering from Politecnico di Milano El Shemy's research centers on developing augmented reality and mobile technologies to support language acquisition in autistic children, with particular focus on how digital interfaces like tablets and social robots influence early language development. His work within the e-LADDA project systematically examines technological interactions to identify design principles that optimize language learning outcomes for neurodiverse populations. He actively contributes to NTNU's Language Acquisition and Language Processing Lab, which investigates cognitive language mechanisms and develops innovative technological interventions for communication disorders. The lab's interdisciplinary approach bridges computer science, psychology, and special education to create evidence-based digital learning tools. Currently advising no students as he completes his doctoral studies, El Shemy's research is fully funded through the e-LADDA project under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions framework. This substantial EU grant supports his experimental work on human-technology interaction design while facilitating international collaboration across the project's multi-institutional consortium.

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Jenny Eriksson LundströmView profile

Associate Professor

Uppsala UniversitySweden

Jenny Eriksson Lundström serves as an Associate Professor at Uppsala University's Department of Informatics and Media within the Faculty of Social Sciences. Her academic profile combines teaching excellence across bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs with significant administrative leadership experience, having served as Head of Department, Vice President of the Academic Senate, and Director of the Head of Department Council. She currently represents teachers on the Board of the Disciplinary Domain of Humanities and Social Sciences and serves as co-PI for the WASP-HS funded BioMe project. Her research program centers on the intersection of digitalization, artificial intelligence, and societal impact, with particular emphasis on ethical frameworks, knowledge representation, and innovation management. She takes special interest in public sector digitalization and automation, critically examining issues of social inclusion and exclusion in technological implementations. Her work demonstrates consistent engagement with both theoretical foundations and practical applications of information systems in complex organizational contexts. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward critical AI ethics, with increasing focus on biometrics, embodied interaction with technology, and the social implications of AI systems. Her work bridges technical AI research with philosophical, sociological, and ethical perspectives, particularly evident in her 2024-2025 publications addressing existential care frameworks, crip theory applications to biometrics, and collaborative approaches to technology development with vulnerable populations. Her scientific recognition includes the prestigious AI4Research Fellowship for 2024, which acknowledges her contributions to interdisciplinary AI research. Her publications appear in leading journals such as European Journal of Information Systems, Journal of Business Research, and AI & Society. As an academic leader, she supervises three PhD candidates and contributes to institutional governance through multiple leadership roles. Her current research projects, including the WASP-HS BioMe project, demonstrate her commitment to addressing societal challenges through responsible innovation. Her work on the Human Observatory for Digital Existence represents an innovative approach to studying digital phenomena through collaborative, interdisciplinary frameworks.

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