Sarah Wiseman

Dr. Sarah Wiseman is a Visiting Fellow in the Department of Computing at Goldsmiths, University of London. Her research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), with particular emphasis on healthcare technology, haptic interfaces for visually impaired users, and board game player experience. She holds a PhD in HCI from UCL (2014), an MSc from the University of York (2010), and a BSc from the University of Edinburgh (2009).

Her teaching responsibilities include courses on web programming, mathematical modeling, and interaction design. Wiseman is actively involved in public engagement through stand-up comedy about her research and science communication at venues like the Royal Institution. Her work bridges technology and culture, exploring how interfaces can enhance accessibility and user experience in diverse settings—from hospitals to immersive theatre.

Key research areas include error detection in medical devices, haptic navigation systems, and the role of soundtracks in board game immersion. She has collaborated on projects like the 'Flatland' immersive theatre experiment and studies on emoji repurposing in personal communication. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates HCI principles with fields like game design and accessibility engineering.