Christian Jones

Professor Christian Jones is a faculty member at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) in Queensland, Australia. He serves as the Leader of the Engage Research Lab and holds the title of Professor in Interactive Digital Media. His career spans academia, industry, and government collaboration, focusing on technologies for social good.

• Research areas: Human–computer interaction, affective computing, virtual/augmented reality, mental/physical health, child protection, road safety, sports analytics, biometric sensors, and environmental conservation.
• Awards: Vice-Chancellor's Medal for Engagement (2010), University Medal for Excellence in Teaching (2001).
• Professional memberships: Chartered Engineer (Engineering Council, UK), Chartered IT Professional (British Computer Society), Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

His research has secured over $3 million in external grants (total project funding $5 million), with applications in healthcare, education, and social innovation. Projects include mental health initiatives (Young and Well CRC), child abuse prevention (FeelingSafe), and sports performance analytics (Lightning Netball, Melbourne Storm). He has supervised 20 PhDs and numerous Masters/Honours students to completion.