Kathrin Probst

Kathrin Probst is Professor at University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria, Hagenberg Campus, focusing on human-computer interaction and tangible interfaces. Her research develops smart textiles, sustainable fashion technologies, and novel interaction paradigms through projects like BAMBI and Active Office.

Work explores the materiality of interaction, with recent investigations into textile signifiers, traceability systems for fashion, and biodesign approaches. Research demonstrates strong experimental design focus and attention to material properties.

Publications advance understanding of textile-based interfaces, ergonomic workplace design, and unconventional interaction methods. Work contributes to both technical implementation and design theory.

Awards include:

• ACM Europe Council Best Paper Award (2018)
• UIST Best Paper Award (2018)

Organizes the Expanded conference on interactive surfaces. Research collaborations include University of Calgary and National University of Singapore.