Santiago Lombeyda

Santiago Lombeyda is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Interaction Design, focusing on the intersection of science, art, software, and design. His work spans data visualization, custom software development, and computational art, with applications in biological simulations, genomics, and seismology.

• Adjunct Assistant Professor, Interaction Design
• Developer of visualization tools: bio-ivview, iVu, shakemovie
• Creator of algorithmic and scientific art: Horizonte, Emergence, Expressive Maps
• Teaches IXD-255-01: Data Visualization

His research interests lie at the crossroads of human-computer interaction, expressive rendering, and scientific data interpretation. He explores how visual perception can be manipulated through algorithmic design, and how fragile moments in scientific simulations can become powerful artistic statements. His work emphasizes the duality between order and chaos, serenity and violence, and the microscopic and the monumental.

The recent articles and projects reveal a consistent trend in transforming complex scientific data into accessible, interactive, and aesthetically compelling experiences. His tools support both research and public engagement, particularly in genomics and earthquake visualization. The integration of session-based discovery in iVu highlights a forward-thinking approach to collaborative data exploration.

While no formal awards are listed, his body of work demonstrates innovation in scientific visualization and digital art.

• Developed custom software for VolumePro, OpenInventor, Python, Processing, JavaScript/HTML5
• Collaborated with Wold Lab on gene expression tools
• Designed public-facing earthquake visualization portals

Lombeyda's work is deeply integrated into both artistic and scientific communities, operating at the edge of software, design, and discovery. His projects often function as both research tools and standalone artworks, blurring disciplinary boundaries.