Joshua Newn

Dr. Joshua Newn is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Human-Centred Computing at RMIT University's School of Computing Technologies. His research focuses on designing human-centred AI systems, particularly leveraging eye tracking and multimodal sensing to enhance augmented intelligence. Previously, he held roles at Lancaster University and the University of Melbourne, advancing expertise in extended reality (XR) and human-AI teaming.

Education: PhD in Human-Computer Interaction from the University of Melbourne (supervised by Frank Vetere and Eduardo Velloso).

Research interests include:

• Augmented intelligence and proactive AI systems
• Multimodal interaction (eye tracking, gesture, speech)
• AI ethics and explainable systems
• Extended reality (XR) applications
• Human-AI collaboration in strategic tasks

Recent work trends show a focus on:

• Eye-based interaction in immersive environments
• Implicit sensing for adaptive interfaces
• Explainability in personal sensing technologies

Grants & Advising: Supervised students at undergraduate/postgraduate levels, contributing to publications in AI and HCI. Actively involved in collaborative projects with industry.

Labs/Teams: Associated with RMIT's AI research groups and previously with the AI and Autonomy Lab at the University of Melbourne.