Evropi Stefanidi

Evropi Stefanidi is a PostDoc Researcher at the Department of Human-Computer Interaction, Vienna University of Technology, focusing on technologies for neurodivergent children and their care ecosystems. Her work bridges immersive systems, tangible interfaces, and well-being.

• Research Areas: VR Storytelling, ADHD Support Systems, Tangible Prototyping
• Key Projects: PuppetVR, TeenWorlds, ProtoBricks, MoodGems
• Collaborations: Jasmin Niess, Paweł W. Woźniak, Yvonne Rogers

Her research emphasizes inclusive design and multi-stakeholder collaboration, particularly in distributed play and emotional expression. Recent publications explore the intersection of VR and neurodiversity. She contributes to methodological advancements in autoethnographies and participatory approaches.

Scientific awards: No specific awards mentioned in available data.

She mentors students through courses like Bachelor Thesis Informatics and Media and Human-Centered Computing Seminar, with research applications spanning Austria and Germany.