Myounghoon Jeon

Myounghoon "Philart" Jeon is a Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Virginia Tech. He leads the Mind Music Machine (tri-M) Lab, focusing on interactive technologies for artistic and creative experiences. His research spans Human-Computer Interaction, Human-Robot Interaction, and Affective Computing, with applications in automotive interfaces, assistive technologies, and extended reality (XR).

Education: PhD in Engineering Psychology and Human-Computer Interaction from Georgia Tech, M.S. in Engineering Psychology (Georgia Tech), and B.S. in Psychology from Yonsei University.

Research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining psychology, neuroergonomics, and computational modeling. Key areas include sonification, emotion-aware design, and inclusive technologies. He has authored numerous publications in top journals like International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction and IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics.

• Lab Focus: tri-M Lab explores AI-driven art, automotive UX, assistive robotics, and XR applications.
• Grants & Awards: Includes Earl Alluisi Early Career Award and multiple best paper awards. Active in diversity initiatives through HFES COAG and BIPOC Affinity Group.
• Editorial Roles: Associate Editor for International Journal of Human-Computer Studies and Presence: VR & Teleop.

His work bridges technical innovation with human-centric values, addressing challenges in automated vehicles, creative collaboration, and ethical AI/robotics education.