Madison Klarkowski

Dr. Madison Klarkowski is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Saskatchewan, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), particularly in the areas of player experience evaluation, psychophysiological assessment, and social connectedness in digital contexts. Their work bridges psychological research with gaming and esports to address challenges like toxicity and stress recovery.

Education:

• Postdoctoral Researcher in Computer-Human Interaction, Queensland University of Technology (2017–2018)
• Ph.D. in Computer-Human Interaction, Queensland University of Technology (2017)
• BA (Hons) in IT, Queensland University of Technology (2011)

Research Interests: Klarkowski’s research focuses on understanding and improving user experiences through psychophysiological metrics, exploring how game mechanics influence stress recovery, and mitigating toxicity in multiplayer environments. They also investigate player mastery, esports performance dynamics, and the impact of social interactions in digital games.

Key Themes in Publications: Their work emphasizes the intersection of HCI and psychology, addressing topics such as biofeedback-driven gameplay, emotional regulation in esports, and the ethical use of performance enhancers. Recent studies highlight strategies to combat toxicity and design inclusive gaming spaces.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advisees are listed in the provided text.