Ulrich Eck

Ulrich Eck is a researcher affiliated with the Technical University of Munich, Germany. His work focuses on advancing augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) technologies with applications in medical imaging, surgical assistance, and human-computer interaction. He collaborates extensively with institutions like the University of Hamburg and researchers such as Nassir Navab, a prominent figure in medical imaging.

His research interests center on developing immersive visualization techniques, haptic interfaces, and collaborative systems. Key projects include enhancing robotic ultrasound acceptance via conversational agents, optimizing telepresence systems for surgical training, and creating semantic models for operating room environments. Eck also contributes to foundational AR frameworks like Duplicated Reality for co-located collaboration and visuo-haptic integration.

Publications span journals like IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics and conferences such as ISMAR and MICCAI, reflecting a strong emphasis on medical applications. His work bridges technical innovation with clinical usability, aiming to improve surgical training, patient care, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Eck holds leadership roles in academic communities, including co-chairing the ISMAR 2024 Science and Technology Program. His contributions span over 80 peer-reviewed publications, highlighting sustained impact in AR/MR research.