Theo W.C. Huibers

Theo W.C. Huibers is a Full Professor in Human Media Interaction. His research focuses on children's interaction with technology, information retrieval systems, and conversational agents. He has been actively involved in interdisciplinary studies combining robotics, cultural heritage access, and child-centric design.

Key research interests include user experience optimization, search engine technology for understudied populations, and the ethical implications of child-friendly digital systems. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovations in accessible information systems and inclusive design.

Recent publications emphasize conversational AI for children, multi-turn search interactions, and workshops advancing research for underrepresented user groups. He has organized and participated in multiple academic events, including the IR4U2 workshop at ECIR 2024.