Daan van Eijk

Professor Daan van Eijk is a faculty member at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, specializing in Human-Centered Design and Human Factors. His work bridges theoretical design principles with practical applications in immersive technologies.

His research interests focus on Human-Centered Design methodologies, Extended Reality (XR) applications, Virtual Reality prototyping, and Human Factors engineering. Van Eijk's work particularly emphasizes user experience in complex technological environments, with significant contributions to medical applications and spatial design.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trajectory in XR and immersive technologies, with increasing focus on medical applications and smart environments. His work demonstrates a consistent pattern of applying human-centered design principles to solve complex interaction problems in specialized domains like surgical training and aerospace design.

Professor van Eijk serves as advisor/consultant for multiple organizations including Van Eijk Consultancy, Spark design & innovation, Ningbo Hefang Creative Square, and Loughborough University through 2027. He is also involved in the SPLASH research project focused on 'The iterative development of a novel way of bathing.'

His educational contributions include courses in Packaging for Designers (2012-2013) and Advanced Concept Design. His research lab appears to focus on XR applications, human factors, and immersive design methodologies.