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Floyd Mueller is a Full Professor of Future Interfaces in the Department of Human Centred Computing at Monash University, where he also directs the award-winning Exertion Games Lab. His work bridges human-computer interaction, interaction design, and game and play design, with a focus on bodily engagement and physical activity through technology. He has held prior academic and research positions at RMIT University, the University of Melbourne, and CSIRO, and has been affiliated with elite institutions such as Stanford University, MIT Media Lab, and Microsoft Research Asia. PhD in Interaction Design – University of Melbourne (2011) MS in Media Arts and Sciences – Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2002) Diplom-Informatiker (Medieninformatik) – Hochschule Furtwangen (2000) BSc in Multimedia – Griffith University (1999) Floyd Mueller’s research centers on human-computer interaction with a strong emphasis on bodily interactions, exertion interfaces, and playful technologies. His work explores how digital systems can support physical activity, human values, and novel forms of expression through games, wearables, augmented reality, and immersive experiences. He employs methodologies such as design ethnography, autoethnography, and Research Through Design to investigate the phenomenology of human-computer integration. His recent publications (2024–2025) reflect a continued focus on the future of bodily interfaces, including lucid dream mediation, extended reality for fear reduction in water, sonic gastronomy, and shared bodily control in augmented human systems. These works are published in top-tier venues like CHI and Human-Computer Interaction journal, highlighting trends toward immersive, sensory-rich, and human-centered computing that challenge traditional boundaries between body and machine. His scientific awards include being an inaugural honouree of the Australian Design Honours, receiving 9 Best Paper Honorable Mentions and 2 Best Papers at CHI and CHI PLAY, and being recognized as a Fulbright Visiting Scholar and Microsoft Research Asia Fellow. His games have been featured by BBC, ABC, Discovery Science Channel, and New Scientist, and won a Media Star Award. Floyd Mueller actively supervises PhD students through the Exertion Games Lab and Supervisor Connect platform. He has secured major research grants, including Australian Research Council Discovery and Linkage Projects. His current projects include Advancing Australia’s hospitality industry through interactive food and Designing digital aquatic play to foster Australians' engagement with water . He also serves as associate editor for IMWUT and IJHCS, co-founded the CHI PLAY conference series, and was general co-chair for CHI PLAY’18 and CHI’20. He leads the Exertion Games Lab, an interdisciplinary research team focused on inventing the future of bodily play. The lab investigates how technology can support active lifestyles through exertion games, wearables, drones, and immersive environments. The lab’s work spans design, prototyping, user studies, and real-world deployment, often in collaboration with chefs, athletes, and underwater explorers.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Interaction Design
• Game Design
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Florian 'Floyd' Mueller is a Professor of Future Interfaces at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, where he directs the award-winning Exertion Games Lab within the Department of Human-Centred Computing (ranked among the top 20 HCI departments globally). Previously, he held positions at RMIT University, Stanford, University of Melbourne, Microsoft Research, MIT Media Lab, Fuji-Xerox Palo Alto Labs, Xerox Parc, and Australia's CSIRO. Mueller is a member of the prestigious ACM SIGCHI Academy, an honorary group recognizing leaders who have made substantial contributions to Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Professor Mueller's research focuses on the intersections between technology, the human body, and play. He originated the concept of "Exertion Interface," arguing that we should not just design "easy-to-use" interactions when "hard-to-use" interactions can also be beneficial. His work spans movement-based interactions, whole-body interfaces, uncomfortable interactions, somaesthetics, and exertion games. Mueller's research methodology often employs research through design, design ethnography, and autoethnography to explore these novel interaction paradigms, incorporating mixed-reality, augmented reality, virtual reality, electronic muscle stimulation, biosensors, wearables, and drones. His recent publications demonstrate a continued focus on bodily interactions and human-computer integration, with particular emphasis on emerging subfields like WaterHCI and SportsHCI, brain-computer interfaces, and gustosonic (taste and sound) experiences. Mueller's work has evolved from foundational exertion game concepts to more sophisticated explorations of human-computer integration where technology becomes seamlessly woven into the fabric of human experience. Professor Mueller's contributions have been widely recognized with numerous awards including: Inaugural honouree of the Australian Design Centre's Design Honours Tall Poppy award for "intellectual and scientific excellence" 10 "Best Paper Honorable Mentions" (top 5%) from premier HCI conferences 2 "Best Paper" awards (top 1%) at CHI PLAY and CHI Shortlisted for the European Innovation Games Award (alongside Nintendo's WiiFit) Nokia Mindtrek Ubimedia Award Mueller has successfully secured some of Australia's largest and most competitive research grants, achieving a remarkable 14% success rate on Australian Research Council Discovery Project applications. He has served as General co-Chair for CHI PLAY'18 and CHI'20, becoming the first Australian-based researcher to spearhead HCI's highest-ranked publication outlet, and is currently General co-Chair for CHI'24. He is Associate Editor for tier A journals including Elsevier's IJHCS (International Journal of Human-Computer Studies) and ACM's IMWUT (Interactive, Mobile, Wearable and Ubiquitous Technologies). As director of the Exertion Games Lab, Mueller leads a research team whose innovations have been experienced by over 20,000 users across 3 continents and featured on the BBC, ABC, Discovery Science Channel, and Wired magazine. The lab has produced groundbreaking work in bodily interfaces, co-founding the CHI PLAY conference series and establishing new research directions in SportsHCI and WaterHCI through recent "Grand Challenges" papers. Mueller's lab continues to push boundaries with projects exploring brain-to-brain interfaces, lucid dreaming induction, and novel gustosonic experiences.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Interaction Design
• Body-Centric Computing
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Christof Lutteroth is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Bath and Director of the REal and Virtual Environments Augmentation Labs (REVEAL). His work focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) with emphasis on eye-gaze interaction and virtual reality (VR), particularly for health, exercise, and learning applications. He leads multiple research projects funded by organizations like EPSRC, The British Academy, and The Royal Society. Research Interests include developing gaze-controlled interfaces, immersive VR systems, and adaptive UI/UX for fitness and cognitive training. He explores affective design tools, emotion recognition in VR exergaming, and biometric data analysis for health applications. Recent Publications highlight advancements in gaze-based text entry, emotion measurement in VR, AI-driven UI development, and cross-European XR innovation networks. His work spans from foundational HCI methodologies to applied projects in rehabilitation and immersive learning. Grants include EPSRC IAA, British Academy, and Royal Society funding for projects like TapGazer, Hyper-immersive XR, and Affective Design Tools for VR. He collaborates with institutions across Europe through the EMIL project. Laboratory : REVEAL Lab at the University of Bath drives research in immersive technologies, motion analysis, and augmentation of human interaction with digital environments.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Eye-Gaze Interaction
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Kristin Livingston, MD is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School and serves as Director of the Orthopedic Trauma Program at Boston Children’s Hospital. She plays key roles in clinical leadership, quality improvement, and education within the department. Education: Dartmouth College (Undergraduate), UCSF School of Medicine (MD), Harvard Combined Orthopedic Residency, Boston Children’s Pediatric Fellowship Professional Engagement: Member of Orthopaedic Trauma Association, POSNA, AAOS; serves on multiple hospital and departmental committees Research Focus: Specializes in pediatric orthopedic trauma, innovative imaging modalities, and family-centered care protocols. Her work addresses diagnostic accuracy, treatment standardization, and trauma system optimization. Clinical Innovation: Developed family education programs, revised fracture treatment protocols, and established triage algorithms for pediatric trauma urgency. Academic Collaborations: Partnered with Harvard Medical School Orthopaedic Trauma Initiative to bridge pediatric and adult trauma care.

• Pediatric Orthopedic Trauma
• Innovative Imaging Modalities
• Orthopedic Trauma Quality Improvement
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Denny Yu is an Associate Professor at the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering, Purdue University. His work bridges human factors, neuroergonomics, and healthcare safety through advanced sensor systems and AI. Primary Affiliation : Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering, Purdue University Research Themes : Surgical ergonomics, autonomous vehicle human factors, cognitive workload assessment, multimodal physiological sensing Dr. Yu's research focuses on neuroergonomics and human-robot interaction , particularly in surgical and transportation contexts. His team develops sensor-based systems for workload monitoring, including: EEG-eye tracking fusion for situation awareness Wearable exoskeletons for surgical posture support Computer vision tools for lifting task risk analysis Smart infusion pump usability frameworks AI-driven surgical coaching systems Recent publications emphasize deep learning applications in soft tissue deformation estimation and real-time adaptive systems for robotic surgery augmentation. His work spans both occupational health (veterinary surgeons, airport workers) and medical device innovation domains.

• Human Factors Engineering
• Neuroergonomics
• Robotic Surgery
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Amrinder Nain is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech. His research focuses on bio-inspired engineering, nanotechnology, and mechanobiology, with emphasis on understanding cellular interactions with fibrous environments. He leads the Spinneret-based Tunable Engineered Parameters (STEP) Lab, developing advanced materials and biomaterials for biomedical applications. Nain holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University (2007) and has held faculty positions at Virginia Tech since 2009. Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 2007 M.S., Chemical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 2007 B.E., Mechanical Engineering, Manipal Institute of Technology, 1990 Research Interests: Cellular dynamics and tissue engineering Nanofiber-based biomaterials Biomechanics of cancer and cellular migration Organ-on-a-chip technologies Advanced manufacturing of fibrous scaffolds Awards & Collaborations: John Jones Faculty Fellowship NIH-funded collaborations on blood-brain barrier models and cancer cell migration Global partnerships with institutions like Weizmann Institute of Science and Nara Institute of Science and Technology Labs & Teams: The STEP Lab pioneers nanofiber platforms to study cell-fiber interactions, with applications in drug testing and tissue engineering. Current projects include coiling dynamics of cellular protrusions, mitotic spindle orientation, and ultra-thin nanofiber mimics of biological membranes.

• Nanotechnology
• Bio-inspired Engineering
• Biomedical Applications
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JoEllen Sefton, Ph.D., ATC Ret., serves as Professor and Director of both the Warrior Research Center (WRC) and Neuromechanics Research Laboratory at Auburn University's School of Kinesiology. Her nationally recognized work focuses on reducing injury and enhancing health, wellness, and performance in military personnel, firefighters, and law enforcement through translational research and strategic partnerships with military laboratories, government agencies, and industry. Her academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Biology & Sports Medicine from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (2007), M.S. in Exercise Science (2003), Athletic Training certification (2001), Medical Massage Therapy training (1995), and B.S. in Zoology from Ohio University (1981). Ph.D.: Interdisciplinary Biology & Sports Medicine, UNC Charlotte (2007) M.S.: Exercise Science, Central Connecticut State University (2003) B.S.: Zoology, Ohio University (1981) Sefton's research program centers on tactical athlete human factors, integrating neuromechanics, injury prevention, and performance optimization. She pioneered the biennial WRC Tactical Athlete Summit connecting researchers with military and first responder units. Her field-based methodology bridges laboratory discoveries with real-world applications, focusing on physiological stress responses, equipment modifications, and evidence-based training protocols for high-risk occupations. This approach has generated over 100 publications addressing critical challenges in tactical performance. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals three dominant research thrusts: physiological responses to occupational stressors (particularly in firefighting contexts), technological interventions for performance enhancement (including exoskeletons and virtual assessment tools), and musculoskeletal health optimization (focusing on myofascial pain and prosthetic integration). These studies consistently employ rigorous field testing combined with laboratory validation to develop actionable solutions for tactical populations. Sefton directs the Warrior Research Center, which evolved from the 8-year Warrior Athletic Training Program providing comprehensive injury care for military personnel. Her leadership fosters interdisciplinary collaboration across 15+ military units and research institutions, securing federal and industry funding to address complex human performance challenges. Current initiatives include developing predictive injury models, validating wearable monitoring technologies, and creating occupation-specific fitness standards that account for sex differences and environmental stressors.

• Tactical Athlete Health and Performance
• Injury Prevention
• Neuromechanics
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Paweł W. Woźniak is a Professor and Head of Research Unit at TU Wien, with prior roles including Associate Professor at Chalmers University of Technology, Assistant Professor at Utrecht University, and Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Stuttgart. Current: Professor & Head of Research Unit, TU Wien Former: Associate Professor, Chalmers University of Technology Former: Assistant Professor, Utrecht University Former: Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Stuttgart Education PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Chalmers University of Technology (2016) Research Interests focus on the intersection of technologies, sport, and wellbeing. He investigates everyday experiences of physical activity to design technologies that enhance wellbeing, with expertise in personal informatics, multi-surface interactions, sensory augmentation, and the ethical implications of interactive systems. His work includes building devices for sports, exploring VR for emotional regulation, and understanding user apprehensions about AI and mixed reality. Scientific Awards include paper recognitions at CHI, MobileHCI, and EICS, alongside leadership roles in academic conferences. Leadership involves heading a research unit at TU Wien and organizing workshops in HCI.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Sport Technology
• Well-being
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Don Samitha Elvitigala is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Human Centred Computing at Monash University, affiliated with the Exertion Games Lab. His research focuses on novel human augmentations, leveraging everyday clothing and accessories to enhance human capabilities through implicit understanding of physical and mental behaviors. He holds a PhD in Human-Computer Interaction from the University of Auckland (2021), winning multiple accolades including the Best Thesis Award from the Auckland Bioengineering Institute. Education: PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, University of Auckland (2018–2021). Prior to Monash, he was a postdoctoral fellow at UNSW Sydney, co-creating the HCI BoDi Lab. He also served as a Visiting Lecturer at the School of Computer Science and Engineering at UNSW. Research interests include Human-Computer Interaction, Wearable Computing, and Haptics. His work addresses sustainable development goals through innovations like StressShoe (stress intervention tool) and TickleFoot (laugh-evoking mechanism). Recent articles explore topics such as lucid dream induction systems and telepathic superpower design via brain-muscle interfaces. Awards include the Best Student Paper Award at PETRA 2021 and a nomination for the ACM Doctoral Thesis Award. He actively contributes to conferences like CHI and UbiComp, organizing events such as the Augmented Humans International Conference. His advising focuses on PhD students in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Augmentations, and Ubiquitous Computing. Collaborations span global institutions, with a focus on wearable tech and sensory systems.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Human Augmentations
• Wearable Computing
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Erik Berglund is an Associate Professor (Senior Lecturer) in Computer Science at Linköping University's Department of Computer and Information Science (IDA), affiliated with the Human-Centered Systems (HCS) division. His research focuses on game programming, exergames, serious games, and generative art, with emphasis on applications in health and education. He leads the development of Liopep, a gamified exergame platform addressing sedentary behavior in office environments. Berglund collaborates with Aseel Berglund on health-focused exergame projects, supported by grants from Vinnova and LEAD incubator. Teaches courses in game programming, web programming, and physical interaction design. Research areas: movement-based gaming, serious games for health, and gamification in healthcare. Key projects include mobile exergames for cardiac patients and workplace wellness solutions. His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration between computer science, healthcare, and human factors. Recent publications explore exergame design principles, user engagement metrics, and clinical validation of health interventions. Education details: Not explicitly listed in provided texts, but consistent with typical academic credentials for his rank.

• Game Programming
• Web-Based Gaming
• Serious Games
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Andrii Matviienko is an Assistant Professor (tenure track) in Computer Science specializing in Human-Computer Interaction at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden. He works at the Department of Media Technology and Interaction Design (MID) within the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. His research focuses on Extended Reality (XR) and interaction with and within immersive spaces, where he leads the Immersive Technologies Lab. Dr. Matviienko received his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Oldenburg while working at the Media Informatics and Multimedia Systems group with Susanne Boll. His academic journey includes: Postdoctoral researcher at the Telecooperation Lab, Technical University of Darmstadt, Germany Research visit at the Multimodal Interaction Group, University of Glasgow (UK), working with Stephen Brewster Work at the Exertion Games Lab led by Florian 'Floyd' Mueller at Monash University (Australia) His research focuses on Extended Reality (XR) and interaction with and within immersive spaces. He leads the Immersive Technologies Lab, where his team explores ways of improving users' XR experiences through novel input techniques, haptic feedback, locomotion methods, taste interfaces, simulations, and exertion games. His work particularly emphasizes cycling interfaces and safety systems for cyclists, as well as child-computer interaction and tangible interfaces. He has made significant contributions to understanding how people interact with technology in physical movement contexts, especially while cycling. Analysis of Dr. Matviienko's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on immersive technologies with several key trends emerging. His work spans virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality applications across diverse domains including cycling safety, medical training, social interaction, and multisensory experiences. A significant portion of his research investigates novel input methods and sensory feedback in XR environments, with particular attention to how physical movement and embodiment affect user experience. His publications demonstrate growing interest in AI integration with immersive technologies, as seen in projects involving generative AI for museum experiences and human-AI interaction for dementia care. Dr. Matviienko actively mentors students and collaborates with researchers worldwide. He encourages students interested in thesis work to reach out to him and his team. His research is supported by various grants that enable: Development of VR bicycle simulators and cycling safety systems Exploration of haptic feedback and novel input techniques in XR Investigation of multisensory experiences, including taste modulation Creation of medical simulation tools for surgical training Dr. Matviienko leads the Immersive Technologies Lab at KTH, where his team explores ways of improving users' XR experiences via novel input techniques, haptic feedback, locomotion, taste, simulations, and exertion games. The lab collaborates with international partners including researchers from Monash University, Technical University of Darmstadt, and University of Glasgow. Current projects focus on cycling interfaces, social navigation in VR, medical simulations, and multisensory experiences that integrate audio, visual, and taste stimuli.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Extended Reality
• Virtual Reality
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Alessandro Mengarelli is a Research Fellow at the Department of Information Engineering (DII) of Università Politecnica delle Marche. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Engineering (2017) from the same institution, focusing on balance and motor control in dynamic tasks under Prof. Sandro Fioretti's supervision. His research integrates biomechanics, biosignal processing, and wearable technologies, with a focus on neuromuscular control strategies and assistive systems. Key research areas include motion analysis, muscle co-contraction patterns, gait biomechanics, and the application of machine learning to biomedical data. He is actively involved in IEEE societies (EMBS, CTSoc, RAS) and the Interuniversity Centre of Bioengineering of the Human Neuromusculoskeletal System (IUC BOHNES). His work spans from wearable sensor development to clinical applications in diabetic neuropathy and neuro-rehabilitation. Mengarelli's recent publications emphasize innovations in gait phase recognition, EMG-based intent detection for prosthetics, and IoT-driven health monitoring. His articles highlight advancements in sensor fusion, deep learning models for biomechanical analysis, and minimal setup solutions for practical clinical use. He has contributed as a reviewer and Guest Editor for peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his engagement in advancing the field. His research bridges theoretical models (e.g., intermittent control theory) with practical applications, aiming to improve human-machine interfaces and assistive technologies.

• Motion Analysis
• Biomechanics
• Biosignal Processing
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Cristian Bogdan is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, within the Media Technology and Interaction Design division. His work focuses on human-computer interaction, interaction design, and human-centered software engineering, with the goal of making complex technologies accessible and actionable for people. Education & Courses: While explicit degrees are not listed, Bogdan has extensive teaching responsibilities. He is the examiner for seven advanced-level degree-project courses and teaches or coordinates courses such as Advanced Interaction Programming (DH2643) , Interaction Programming and Dynamic Web (DH2642) , and Software Development for Interactive Media (DM1595) . He founded the course DH2400 Physical Interaction Design and Realization . Research Interests: Bogdan’s research integrates human-computer interaction with sustainable design , virtual and mixed reality , and programming education . He explores how embodied interaction, sonic feedback, and declarative models can create intuitive systems for domains ranging from energy sustainability to public transport and clinical therapy. Publications Trend: His recent articles (2020-2025) reveal a concentration on virtual and mixed reality applications —including locomotion techniques, exposure therapy, and block-based programming in VR—alongside software engineering topics such as dependency bloat and cross-platform frameworks. Sustainability themes appear in studies on energy feedback and inclusive transport. Advising & Grants: Since 2006 he has graduated five PhD students (Kis, Hasselqvist, Rauh, Koller, Hedlund) and co-supervised two others (Sandor, Lundström). Grant details are not disclosed in the supplied text. Labs & Teams: He is affiliated with the MID division (Media Technology and Interaction Design) at KTH, but specific lab names or larger team structures are not provided.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Interaction Design
• Human-Centered Software Engineering
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Angela Ridgel is a Professor in Exercise Science/Physiology and Associate Director of the Brain Health Research Institute at Kent State University. Her research focuses on neurorehabilitation interventions for Parkinson's disease using innovative technologies such as adaptive cycling systems and virtual reality. Research highlights include: Patient-specific adaptive cycling protocols for motor symptom improvement Impact of exercise on non-motor symptoms and quality of life Neurophysiological mechanisms of exercise benefits Development of patented rehabilitation technologies She collaborates with University Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, and Cleveland VA Medical Center. Her NIH-funded work has produced significant patents in rehabilitation technology and multiple teaching awards including EHHS Distinguished Faculty Researcher (2020).

• Neurorehabilitation
• Parkinson's Disease
• Exercise Physiology
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Peter A. Hancock is a Pegasus Professor and Provost Distinguished Research Professor at the University of Central Florida (UCF), holding appointments in the Department of Psychology, Institute for Simulation and Training (IST), Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Industrial Engineering and Management Systems. He directs the MIT2 Research Laboratories and serves as Associate Director of the Center for Applied Human Factors in Aviation (CAHFA). Previously, he founded the Human Factors Research Laboratory at the University of Minnesota and holds adjunct roles at multiple institutions. His research focuses on human factors, neuroergonomics, stress-performance dynamics, and human-machine systems. Dr. Hancock has authored over 700 publications and 20 books, including seminal works on human performance and ergonomics. He has secured $19M+ in grants from NASA, NSF, and the military. Awards include the Sir Frederic Bartlett Medal, Norbert Wiener Award, and Otto Edholm Award. He is a Fellow of multiple societies and served as past president of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society. His work spans aviation safety, automation trust, and cognitive deception. Notable contributions include foundational stress models, AI ethics frameworks, and neuroergonomic applications. He also researches medieval history, particularly Richard III, and holds a Doctor of Science from Loughborough University.

• Human Factors
• Ergonomics
• Stress and Performance
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