Albrecht Schmidt

Albrecht Schmidt is a Professor at Ludwig Maximilians University Munich, where he leads the Media Informatics Group. His research spans Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Artificial Intelligence, Ubiquitous Computing, and Privacy. He holds a PhD from Lancaster University (2003) and has held positions at the University of Stuttgart, University of Duisburg-Essen, and Fraunhofer IAIS.

His education includes a PhD in Computer Science from Lancaster University (UK), research at the University of Karlsruhe (1998–2001), and studies at Manchester Metropolitan University (1995–1996).

Schmidt's research explores AI-enhanced interaction, privacy-aware systems, and sensory interfaces. Key projects include PrivacyHub (smart home privacy controls), BrailleBuddy (tangible interfaces for visually impaired learners), and studies on AI ethics. His work emphasizes human agency in technology design.

Recent publications focus on generative AI in HCI, VR/AR sensory feedback, and human augmentation. Trends include AI ethics (e.g., bias in ML annotations), embodied interaction (e.g., robot expressions), and digital wellbeing (e.g., mitigating smartphone overuse).

He leads the Media Informatics Group at LMU, which develops innovative interfaces for real-world applications, such as healthcare, accessibility, and smart environments. Collaborative projects address human-robot interaction, adaptive learning systems, and inclusive design.