Chris Baber

Chris Baber is Professor of Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Birmingham, where he also serves as Deputy Director of Research and Knowledge Transfer at the Centre for National Training and Research Excellence in Understanding Behaviour. His work bridges human-computer interaction, sensor technology, and AI systems.

Research Interests: Baber's research explores human-centered technology design, with emphases on wearable computing, distributed cognition, and AI applications. Key domains include sensor-based interaction, ambient displays, serious games for training, mobile health innovations, and augmented reality systems. His lab focuses on enhancing human-AI collaboration through ergonomic and cognitive frameworks.

Publication Trends: Recent articles (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on human-AI teaming, sensor data uncertainty, and communication analysis. Methodologies combine machine learning (e.g., Bayesian networks, eye-tracking) with human factors principles to address real-world challenges in UAV operations, healthcare, and collaborative work environments.

Grants & Projects: Actively leads multidisciplinary projects including:

• Human Machine Teaming (Alan Turing Institute, 2023-2026)
• Satisficing Trust in Human Robot Teams (EPSRC, 2023-2026)
• BuildAir: Holistic frameworks for safe built environments (UKRI, 2024-2025)

He supervises PhD candidates in areas spanning sensor interactions, location-based systems, and AI-driven narrative design.