Norman Makoto Su

Norman Makoto Su is an Assistant Professor at the School of Informatics and Computing, Indiana University Bloomington, and a member of the Human Computer Interaction Design (HCI/d) group. He previously held a postdoctoral position at University College Dublin and earned his Ph.D. from the University of California, Irvine.

• Current affiliation: School of Informatics and Computing, Indiana University Bloomington
• Prior affiliations: University College Dublin (postdoc), University of California, Irvine (Ph.D.)

Research Interests: His work explores the evolving relationship between humans and technology, focusing on how subcultures negotiate interactions with digital systems. Key areas include:

• Human–Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Computer–Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW)
• Ubiquitous Computing
• Organizational/Management Science
• Science & Technology Studies (STS)

His research spans diverse user groups (e.g., corporate nomadic workers, Irish traditional musicians) and emphasizes the intersection of traditional practices with technological innovation.