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Janne Lindqvist is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Aalto University. His research bridges security engineering, human-computer interaction (HCI), and privacy, with a focus on making security systems usable and user-centric. University: Aalto University Department: Department of Computer Science Rank: Associate Professor Email: janne.lindqvist@aalto.fi Lindqvist’s work spans security engineering , privacy systems , and user research , emphasizing practical authentication methods, password management, and human behavior in security contexts. He explores how users interact with systems like TPM APIs, gesture passwords, and mobile authentication mechanisms. Recent publications highlight trends in authentication systems , ubiquitous computing security , and mobile user behavior . Key themes include biometric authentication, gesture-based security, and balancing usability with cryptographic robustness. CHI'25 Honorable Mention Award CHI'24 Best Paper Award His research integrates empirical studies with technical implementations, such as analyzing password forgetting patterns and developing acoustic sensing for vehicle detection (e.g., Auto++, BO-Ear). Collaborative efforts span machine learning, psychology, and embedded systems.

• Security Engineering
• Science of Security
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Felix A. Epp is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Aalto University's Department of Design, with an external position at the University of Helsinki (2024-2026). His work sits at the intersection of human-computer interaction, wearable technology, and design research, focusing on how interactive technologies shape human practices and future societies. Education: Doctor of Science in Technology, Aalto University (2023) Master's degree in Arts and Design, Hochschule Darmstadt (2014) Bachelor's degree in Arts and Design, Hochschule Darmstadt (2011) Epp's research explores embodied technological experiences and technology-mediated social practices, with a particular focus on wearable technologies and their impact on social-cultural practices. His doctoral work investigated how wearables shape clothing practices, and his recent work integrates critical futures studies with practice-based research to incorporate anticipation in technology innovation. He employs generative design research and qualitative fieldwork methods, including research through design in everyday contexts and participatory design approaches. His fingerprint reveals strong engagement with Wearable Technology (100%), Human-Computer Interaction (62%), and Design Research (56%). His publication record shows a clear trajectory toward anticipatory design and futures thinking in HCI, with increasing focus on how technologies can help us engage with uncertain futures. His recent work bridges design research with critical futures studies, creating methods like the Future Ripples Method to activate anticipatory capacities in innovation teams. This evolution reflects a growing recognition of the need for designers to anticipate multiple possible futures rather than designing for a single predetermined outcome. Scientific Awards: CHI 2025 Honorable Mention Award MUM 2020 Honourable Mention Award Epp has been actively involved in significant research projects including 'FutureMethods: Methodology for HCI evaluations of possible futures' (2020-2024) and 'Digital Aura: Crafting a Digital Representation of Self in the Physical World' (2017-2021). His collaborative work spans multiple institutions and disciplines, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his research. He serves on program committees for major conferences including ACM DIS and CHI, demonstrating leadership in the HCI community. His research contributes to Sustainable Development Goals related to technology and society, with particular relevance to responsible consumption and production through his work on smart clothing in circular economies.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Wearable Technology
• Design Research
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Tarmo Lipping is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, University of Oulu. His work bridges computing sciences with biomedical engineering, environmental modelling, and data-driven societal applications. Doctor of Science (Technology), Information Technology – Awarded 14 Feb 2001 Master of Science (Technology), Information Technology – Awarded 10 Sept 1993 His research focuses on electroencephalography (EEG) , mental workload assessment , depth of anesthesia monitoring , and machine learning applications in healthcare and human-computer interaction. He also contributes to environmental informatics , particularly in land uplift modelling and radionuclide transport , aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Recent publications highlight trends in transformer networks for EEG analysis , wearable HCI systems , data-driven food safety , and participatory municipal governance . His work integrates deep learning, signal processing, and real-world deployment. Scientific awards include: CIMO opettajavaihto (2017) Lipping has supervised numerous master’s students and served as an examiner in diverse topics including data vault modelling , telecom revenue estimation , and EEG hyperscanning . He has evaluated funding applications, acted as a journal reviewer (65 times), and contributed to editorial work. His activities reflect strong engagement in academic service and interdisciplinary research mentorship. He has contributed datasets on Fennoscandian land uplift , lake isolation , and archaeological shorelines to PANGAEA, supporting open science in geosciences and environmental history.

• Biomedical Signal Processing
• Electroencephalography (EEG)
• Mental Workload Assessment
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Miriam Tedeschi serves as a Senior Researcher at the Faculty of Law, University of Turku, and holds a docentship in Human Geography at the Department of Geography and Geology. She leads the Research Council of Finland-funded project 'Justice in Digital Spaces' (JuDiCe, 2022-2025) and maintains a fellowship at the Westminster Law & Theory Lab, London. Her academic foundation includes a PhD in Regional Planning and Public Policies (University Institute of Architecture, Venice, 2017), an MA in Philosophy, and a BSc in Digital Communication. Prior to doctoral studies, she accumulated 15 years of professional experience as an ICT research consultant. Tedeschi's scholarship merges non-representational theories and new materialism to interrogate spatio-legal dynamics across segregated spaces, migratory contexts, natural environments, and digital-physical hybrids. Her work pioneers digital spatial justice frameworks, critically examining how datafication reshapes urban equity through empirical ethnography and theoretical innovation. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals a decisive pivot toward computational justice, where legal geography intersects with AI ethics, urban informatics, and posthuman jurisprudence. These works collectively forge transdisciplinary pathways for reimagining justice in algorithmically mediated spaces. Her scientific recognition includes: Westminster Law & Theory Lab Fellowship As an educator, Tedeschi directs 'Law and the Urban' (2022-present) and co-teaches 'Systemschange.now' (2020-2024). Her JuDiCe project exemplifies major grant leadership, integrating spatial theory with digital rights advocacy through Finland's premier research funding mechanism. She co-founded the 'Law, Space and Justice' research environment at Turku's Faculty of Law, catalyzing cross-institutional collaboration on justice-oriented spatial interventions.

• Spatial Justice
• Data Justice
• Urban Geography
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Thomas Olsson is a **Professor in Human-Centered Design** at Tampere University, affiliated with the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences and the Computing Sciences department. He leads the *Technology x Social Interaction Research Group* and the *Digital and Sustainability Transitions in Society* research platform. His work focuses on designing ICT systems that prioritize digital ethics, social sustainability, and environmental responsibility. **Research Interests**: Social technologies, sustainable design of ICT, AI-driven recruitment systems, cultural integration through technology, and the ethical implications of digital media. He employs qualitative methods and design-through-research approaches, often collaborating across disciplines like computer science and behavioral/social sciences. Current roles: Academic Director of Digital/Sustainability Transitions Platform; Head of Master's Program in Computing Sciences and Electrical Engineering Key projects: AIdience (AI in Journalism), Trust-M (Migrant Services), Big Match (Team Assembly), Emotions in Digital Media Teaching: Coordinates Human-Technology Interaction studies and develops courses like *Sustainable Design* and *Ethics of Technology* **Lab/Team**: Leads the *Technology x Social Interaction* group (collaboration opportunities available). Active in the *Rajapinta* interdisciplinary research community.

• Human-Centered Design
• Digital Ethics
• Social Technology
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Felix Epp is a Researcher at Aalto University in Finland, with collaborative ties to the University of Helsinki. His work investigates interactive technologies, wearable systems, and socio-cultural practices through methods like research through design and participatory approaches . He holds a doctoral degree focused on how wearable technologies reshape clothing practices and social norms, with recent expansions into critical futures studies to anticipate societal impacts of emerging technologies. Research Focus Epp's interdisciplinary interests bridge technology design, human behavior, and speculative futures. Key themes include: Embodied Interaction : How wearables alter social identities and cultural rituals (e.g., dress practices). Anticipatory Design : Integrating futures methodologies to navigate technological uncertainty and ethical dilemmas. Co-design & Values : Examining ideological underpinnings of digital systems through community-centered approaches. Publication Trends His recent articles emphasize speculative futures (e.g., more-than-human scenarios, policy foresight) and wearable technology (e.g., smart clothing ethics, social adoption). Methodologically, he prioritizes qualitative fieldwork and generative design , often exploring tensions between innovation and societal risks like surveillance or digital divides. Awards Honorable mention, Department of Design (Muotoilun laitos), Aalto University (Apr 2025) Honourable Mention Award MUM 2020, Department of Computer Science (Tietotekniikan laitos), Aalto University (Nov 2020) Research Groups Epp contributes to the Inuse research group at Aalto, focusing on human-centered technology in everyday contexts.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Wearable Technology
• Speculative Design
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Mika Nieminen serves as Senior University Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Aalto University's School of Science, specializing in the Human-Computer Interaction and Design (HCID) research area. With a Doctoral degree from Aalto University (2015) and extensive background in engineering and technology, he maintains active research leadership through multiple projects including ARISE: Advanced Realities for Cultural Innovation in Europe (2025-2029). His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction with particular expertise in Virtual Reality , Participatory Design , and Strategic Usability . His work spans multiple application domains including healthcare systems, educational technologies, and cross-cultural interfaces. His Strategic Usability Research Group (STRATUS) develops frameworks for integrating user-centered approaches into business contexts. Nieminen's publication record shows a clear trajectory toward applying HCI principles to medical education (particularly ophthalmology) and migration support systems. His recent work demonstrates increasing focus on asymmetric VR environments and their impact on presence, collaboration, and user experience. His projects often involve international collaboration, particularly with European partners. As principal investigator for the Lapsus research project (2015-2018), he developed patient experience frameworks for pediatric healthcare settings. His current ARISE project continues this healthcare technology focus while expanding into cultural innovation applications of advanced realities. His academic service includes conference presentations on topics such as crowdsourced translation within refugee information systems and visiting researcher positions at foreign academic institutions, demonstrating commitment to both theoretical and applied aspects of HCI research.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Participatory Design
• User-Centered Design
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Virpi Roto is a Senior Lecturer at Aalto University's Department of Design (School of Arts, Design and Architecture). She specializes in Experience Design for business-to-business industries, focusing on transforming technology companies into experience providers through co-design and service design methodologies. Key research domains: Human-AI interaction, sustainable futures, and workplace experience design Collaboration hubs: Leads the Encore research group Global influence: Top-cited academic in UX research Her work explores the intersections between User Experience , Customer Experience , and Employee Experience , with a particular emphasis on automation maturity and sociomaterial approaches to transparency in remote teams. Recent publications highlight trends in Human-AI team dynamics and experience-driven industrial systems . She actively bridges Design Fiction with ethical awareness in co-design workshops and develops frameworks for measuring long-term UX. Virpi collaborates with researchers across Finland, Sweden, and international institutions, frequently co-authoring with experts like Philippe Palanque, Matthias Baldauf, and Wendy Ju.

• Experience Design
• Human-Computer Interaction
• B2B Design
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Roope Raisamo is a Professor in the Department of Computing Sciences at Tampere University, part of the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences. His research focuses on advanced human-computer interaction, virtual/augmented reality systems, haptic feedback technologies, and their applications in medical, automotive, and assistive technology domains. He leads multidisciplinary projects involving collaboration with industry partners like car manufacturers and healthcare institutions. Key areas of expertise include: (1) Design of immersive XR environments with multimodal feedback integration, (2) Haptic actuator development using smart materials like magnetorheological fluids, (3) Ergonomic interfaces for autonomous vehicles, and (4) Accessibility solutions for seniors and disabled populations. His work bridges theoretical HCI research with practical applications seen in surgical training systems, automotive UIs, and wearable communication aids. Raisamo's research outputs from 2023-2025 show strong focus on: - Sensory augmentation in food perception through XR (2025) - Medical VR applications for surgical planning and tumor visualization (2024-2025) - Haptic-mediating technologies for automotive and industrial interfaces (2023-2025) He has pioneered the use of embedded haptic waveguides in steering wheel interfaces and developed novel textile-based AAC systems for non-verbal communication. Current projects include exploring the medical metaverse for collaborative surgical planning and creating AI-enhanced research tools like TAUCHI-GPT.

• Virtual Reality (VR)
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Haptic Feedback Systems
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Johanna Virkki is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computing Sciences, Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences, Tampere University. Her research focuses on smart textiles, wearable technologies, RFID systems, and their applications in healthcare, assistive communication, and human-computer interaction. She has pioneered projects integrating RFID into clothing and environments for control interfaces, physiological monitoring, and gamified therapies. Key research areas include: Development of e-textiles for AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) RFID-based wearable and furniture interfaces for accessibility Sensor systems for healthcare monitoring and rehabilitation Smart spaces and IoT-enabled environments Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, with notable contributions in: Passive RFID sensor platforms for moisture, strain, and physiological signals Co-design approaches involving speech therapists, engineers, and end-users Prototyping wearable devices for children with disabilities and elderly care Recent publications highlight advancements in: Smart furniture and textile-based AAC solutions AI-driven smart spaces and edge-cloud computing Bio-inspired sensors using animal hair and conductive yarns Johanna's research bridges technology and human needs, addressing challenges in healthcare, education, and accessibility through innovative textile and RFID systems.

• Smart Textiles
• RFID Technology
• Wearable Devices
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Heikki Liimatainen is a **Professor** and **Vice Dean for Research** at the Faculty of Built Environment, Tampere University. His research focuses on sustainable transportation systems, emission reduction strategies, and mobility innovations like autonomous vehicles and Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS). He actively collaborates with international institutions, evidenced by studies involving Finland, Switzerland, and Germany. Research interests emphasize **transportation sustainability**, **electrification of road freight**, **consumer behavior in new mobility systems**, and **climate policy effectiveness**. His work spans technical, economic, and social dimensions of transport, including policy design, infrastructure impacts, and equity considerations. Key areas of recent studies include winter conditions for autonomous vehicles, V2G technology adoption, and decarbonization pathways for heavy-duty trucks. He also explores societal challenges like transport poverty and gig economy employment dynamics. No scientific awards explicitly listed in the provided texts. His professional networks include roles in academic governance and international project collaborations. Contact: Email | ORCID .

• Transportation Engineering
• Environmental Sustainability
• Electric and Autonomous Vehicles
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Uttishta Sreerama Varanasi is a Doctoral Researcher in the Department of Computer Science at Aalto University, Finland, working under Professor of Practice Nitin Sawhney. Their research bridges human-computer interaction, service design, and public sector innovation to address critical challenges in digital governance, crisis response, and inclusive participation. Research interests include: Human-Computer Interaction in public contexts Service design for equitable public services Trust-building mechanisms in digital government Algorithmic literacy education Collaborative sensemaking during crises Design futuring with children Varanasi employs interdisciplinary methodologies to weave multi-stakeholder perspectives into resilient infrastructures, emphasizing social inclusion and critical engagement with technology. Analysis of recent publications reveals a cohesive trajectory toward value-centered public service design. Varanasi investigates how trust architectures foster migrant inclusion in digital services (2025), develops frameworks for resident belonging (2025), and pioneers child-centered design futuring to cultivate technological criticality (2024). Their crisis management research exposes ICT tool limitations while proposing collaborative sensemaking platforms (2022-2023), consistently prioritizing equity in Finnish public sector contexts. As a core member of Nitin Sawhney's research group, Varanasi contributes to projects on resilient platform design and participatory public service innovation, focusing on infrastructural practices that sustain equitable citizen engagement through design-driven interventions.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Design
• Service Design
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Mika P. Nieminen is a Senior Lecturer at Aalto University's Department of Computer Science, specializing in participatory design and human-computer interaction. His work bridges emerging technologies with practical applications in healthcare and education. Key areas: Participatory design, User involvement, Collaborative VR Co-leads Strategic Usability Research Group (STRATUS) Focus on usability and competency models in technology development Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary trends: ML-assisted medical education (2025) Asymmetric VR communication (2023) Migrant-inclusive chatbot development (2020) Patient experience mapping systems (2018) Self-presentation in digital health (2017) His research group STRATUS develops practical frameworks for technology integration across domains.

• Participatory design
• User involvement
• Human-computer interaction
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Matti Nelimarkka is a Visiting Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Helsinki Institute for Information Technology (HIIT) and research groups including the Myllymäki Petri group. He holds a PhD in Computer Science (2018) and a Master's in Social Sciences (2011), both from the University of Helsinki. His research focuses on human-computer interaction (HCI), artificial intelligence, and societal impacts of technology, with notable work in digital participatory systems, AI ethics, and social virtual reality. Key projects include the Reconstructing Crisis Narratives project (2020–2023), addressing misinformation through computational methods. He received the Kone Foundation Rajapinta Award in 2017. Recent publications explore generative AI in news consumption, health impacts of religious upbringing, and social dynamics in VR environments. Nelimarkka actively participates in academic activities, including organizing workshops like the FCAI Society Summer Retreat (2021) and serving as a reviewer for journals like Socius.

• Computer Science
• Social Sciences
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Camilo Sanchez is a Doctoral Researcher at the Department of Design, Aalto University. His work bridges Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Futures Studies, and Prototyping, focusing on more-than-human design and anticipatory methodologies. Research Groups: Inuse Contact: camilo.sanchez@aalto.fi His research explores how uncertainty and anticipation can drive innovative design practices, particularly in speculative and critical design contexts. Recent publications highlight intersections between technology, sustainability, and non-human agency. Key publication trends include: (1) Expanding HCI into ecological and anthropocene-aware design, (2) Developing anticipatory frameworks for prototyping, (3) Critiquing digital surveillance and circular economy through wearable technology.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Futures Studies
• Prototyping
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