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Paulo Bala is a postdoctoral researcher and teaching assistant at Interactive Technologies Institute (LARSyS) and Instituto Superior Técnico, respectively. He holds a Ph.D. in Digital Media from Universidade Nova de Lisboa, an M.A. in Entertainment Technology from Carnegie Mellon University and University of Madeira, and a B.Sc./M.Sc. in Informatics Engineering from University of Madeira.
- Ph.D. (2022) - Digital Media, Universidade Nova de Lisboa
- M.A. (2015) - Entertainment Technology, Carnegie Mellon University & University of Madeira
- B.Sc./M.Sc. (2010-2013) - Informatics Engineering, University of Madeira
His research bridges Human-Computer Interaction, Entertainment Technology, and eXtended Reality (XR), with a focus on immersive storytelling, AI-driven narratives, and serious games for social impact. He has contributed to projects like eGames Lab, MEMEX, and Beanstalk, exploring applications in cultural heritage, sustainability, and health.
Recent publications span domains like AI ethics in academia, speculative LLM design, climate literacy games, and financial literacy through transmedia storytelling. His work appears in top venues such as CHI, ISMR, and ICIDS.
