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Uwe Grünefeldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Uwe Grünefeld is a Visiting Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science , Institute for Computer Science and Business Information Systems (ICB) of the University of Duisburg-Essen. He has been actively contributing to Human-Computer Interaction research through multiple publications in 2025-2022 focusing on Virtual Reality , Augmented Reality , and Robotics . Research Interests span across immersive technology applications for health behavior change (situated artifacts, weight visualization mirrors), haptic feedback systems (EMS for weight perception, vibrotactile directional cues), and behavioral biometrics (hand tracking identification, gaze-based user recognition). His work addresses cross-reality system design , collaborative robotics , and human-in-the-loop simulation methodologies . Key Publications demonstrate significant contributions to VR/AR user engagement, with particular focus on Physical activity promotion through situated artifacts Advanced haptic feedback techniques for immersive environments Behavioral biometric identification systems Robot motion intent communication Cross-reality transition visualization His research often employs mixed-method approaches combining technical implementations with user studies involving quantitative and qualitative data collection.

• Information visualization
• Visual analytics
• Eye tracking
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Tanja Blascheck is a PostDoc Researcher and Margarete von Wrangell Fellow at the Institute for Visualization and Interactive Systems (VIS) at the University of Stuttgart. Her work focuses on visual analytics , eye tracking , and microvisualizations for smartwatches and other wearable devices.

• Immersive Media
• Extended Reality (XR)
• Virtual Reality (VR)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jan-Niklas Voigt-Antons is a Professor of Applied Computer Science specializing in Immersive Media at Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences. His work focuses on Extended Reality (XR), Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and their applications in healthcare, education, and human-machine interaction. He holds a Dr.-Ing (Engineering Doctorate) and has extensive industry experience with organizations like Daimler AG, Telekom Innovation Laboratories, and the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI). Research interests include user experience (UX) design, emotion analysis in virtual environments, and accessibility for aging populations. He has led projects on wearable health tech, AR/VR usability, and immersive training systems. Notable areas of impact include developing guidelines for inclusive XR interfaces and advancing telemedicine through immersive technologies. Prof. Voigt-Antons has collaborated with Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin on healthcare applications and has contributed to standardization efforts in telecommunications. His technical competencies include agile project management, statistical analysis, and mobile application development for iOS/Android. He advises on UX evaluations, usability testing, and physiological data analysis for industry partners. Key achievements include creating the Story Time Dataset for video quality research and developing the ColorTable system for flavor perception studies. His work emphasizes real-world deployment, with projects addressing mobility challenges for seniors in rural areas and improving dementia care through tablet-based interventions.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jörg Müller is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Bayreuth, Germany. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR), with a strong emphasis on interaction techniques, public displays, and multimodal interfaces. He has held academic positions at multiple institutions including Aarhus University, HIIG, and RWTH Aachen University. His work spans technical contributions in haptic interfaces, biomechanical modeling, and user behavior analysis in VR environments. Notable projects include OptiTrap for acoustic levitation displays, SIM2VR for biomechanical testing in VR, and the boomRoom system for mid-air sound interaction. Müller collaborates extensively with industry partners like Telekom Laboratories and Siemens. Research interests include: interaction design for immersive environments, embodied interaction, and the social impact of extended reality technologies. His publications demonstrate leadership in CHI, UIST, and IEEE Visualization venues, with over 120 peer-reviewed articles since 2006. Current research priorities include optimizing VR workspace ergonomics, developing tactile feedback systems for mid-air interaction, and exploring public display networks for urban environments. Müller leads the Interactive Systems group at Bayreuth, supervising PhD students in VR engineering and spatial computing.

Nina Franzمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Media Theory
• History of Technology
• Military Imaging
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nina Franz is a Researcher at the Institute of Media Studies, Braunschweig University of Fine Arts, specializing in the Theory and History of Technology. She holds a doctorate in Cultural Studies from Humboldt University of Berlin and has held research positions at Bauhaus University Weimar and Humboldt University Berlin. Her research spans military imaging technologies from early modern period to computer age, climate catastrophe narratives in humanities and contemporary art, history of automation, and critical analysis of technological destruction narratives. She examines how imaging systems mediate power relations in warfare, medicine, and colonial contexts, with particular focus on ultrasound, drone warfare, and military surveillance systems. Her recent publications reveal strong interdisciplinary trends across Media Studies, Cultural History, and Critical Military Studies, with recurring themes of visual epistemology, technological mediation, and the weaponization of perception. Key subfields include drone warfare protocols, medical imaging interfaces, algorithmic control systems, and climate catastrophe representations. Doctoral Scholarship, Gerda Henkel Foundation (2015-2018) As a curator and educator, Franz has organized international conferences including 'Remote Control. Scales of Mediated Intervention' (2017) and co-curated exhibitions like 'A Better Version of You' (2016-2018) with Goethe-Institut Seoul. Her current teaching includes courses on military imaging and rearmament discourses, with mandatory participation in the 'Fascism and Mediality' workshop (2025). She regularly presents at academic conferences on military imaging technologies, including upcoming lectures at Staatliche Hochschule für Gestaltung Karlsruhe and Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz. Her work bridges academic research with contemporary art curation, examining how military technologies permeate civilian perception through screen media and imaging systems.

Gerhard Weberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Accessible Computing
• Assistive Technologies
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Gerhard Weber holds the Chair in Human-Computer Interaction at Technische Universität Dresden, Germany. Previously, he served as Chair for Human-Centered Interfaces at Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel (2000–2007) and Professor for Operating Systems and Graphical User Interfaces at Harz University of Applied Sciences (1996–2000). His research focuses on accessible computing, assistive technologies, haptics, and multimodal interaction. Key projects include development of tactile charts (SVGPlott), robotic guidance systems (HapticRein), and indoor navigation solutions for visually impaired users. Current work explores voice interfaces for social robots, autism-inclusive technologies, and accessibility maturity models for higher education institutions. Over 70 publications span conferences like CHI, IEEE, and ACM, emphasizing practical applications in assistive tech. Education & Professional Journey: 2007–Present: Chair in Human-Computer Interaction, TU Dresden 2000–2007: Chair for Human-Centered Interfaces, Kiel University 1996–2000: Professor of Operating Systems and GUIs, Harz University Research Interests: Prof. Weber's work bridges theory and practice in accessibility, emphasizing tactile interfaces, inclusive design, and assistive robotics. Recent projects include: Mosaik : Enabling blind users to create and share graphics via audio-tactile tools Cloud4All : Personalized web accessibility solutions Range-IT : Real-time object detection for navigation aids Advising & Grants: Managed €3.2M in EU and national grants (2011–2020) Supervised 12+ graduate projects on assistive tech Labs & Teams: Leads TU Dresden's Human-Computer Interaction Lab, collaborating with industry partners like Siemens and rehabilitation centers to deploy assistive systems in real-world settings.

Enrico Rukzioمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Automotive User Interfaces
• Extended Reality (XR)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Enrico Rukzio is a Full Professor of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Ulm, leading the Human-Computer Interaction group and directing the Institute for Media Research and Media Development. His research spans interactive systems design, focusing on automotive UIs, extended reality, accessibility, and sustainable interaction. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Munich and has held prior roles at Lancaster University and the Ruhr Institute for Software Technology. Roles: Faculty Dean (2017–2020), Admissions Committee Chairman, Doctoral Committee Chairman Educations: Ph.D., Munich; Lecturer qualifications from Lancaster and Duisburg-Essen Research emphasizes enabling efficient, inclusive, and sustainable interactions through novel interfaces. His work addresses automated vehicles, health-supporting tech, and accessibility for visually impaired users. Recent articles explore Bayesian optimization for UI design, automated vehicle communication, and urban air mobility visualization. Notable awards include best paper recognitions at CHI, EuroVR, and IEEE VR. His grants come from BMBF, DFG, and industry partners like Mercedes-Benz Group. Advises on over 20 funded projects and has mentored award-winning students.

Christian Tominskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Data Visualization
• Visual Analytics
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christian Tominski serves as an apl. Professor (non-tenured) at the University of Rostock, holding the außerplanmäßige Professur for Human-Data Interaction within the Institute for Visual and Analytic Computing. His academic work spans teaching in Visual Computing and Computer Science programs, with active research contributions in data visualization and visual analytics. His research focuses on multi-variate data visualization, time-series and geo-visualization, graph visualization, and coordinated multiple views. He investigates interaction techniques including interactive lenses, visual comparison, navigation, and guidance mechanisms, alongside computational aspects such as efficient algorithms and asynchronous processing for visualization systems. Recent work emphasizes task-driven approaches and analytic support for interactive exploration. Analysis of his publication trends reveals strong emphasis on visual analytics for complex data structures, particularly in process mining and multivariate graphs. His work consistently explores guidance frameworks, progressive computation models, and novel interaction paradigms for large high-resolution displays, bridging theoretical foundations with practical applications in visual data analysis. Tominski holds professional roles as a member of the Faculty Council of IEF and the System Technical Group of Computer Science Institutes at the University of Rostock. He actively participates in the Informatik-Forum Rostock (INFO.RO), contributing to the regional computer science community through collaborative initiatives and knowledge sharing.

• Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Haptics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Lung-Pan Cheng is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering at National Taiwan University. His research focuses on creating innovative interfaces that bridge physical and virtual realities, with particular emphasis on virtual reality systems, haptic feedback mechanisms, and perceptual illusions. Dr. Cheng's work explores how to create more immersive and believable virtual experiences through: Novel haptic feedback systems that simulate physical interactions in virtual environments Real walking techniques that overcome physical space limitations in VR Perceptual illusions that enhance the sense of presence in virtual worlds Human actuation approaches that leverage people as part of the VR infrastructure Optical illusions applied to digital media and gaming experiences Advanced fabrication techniques for interactive physical objects His recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate a continued trajectory of innovation in VR interaction techniques, with work focusing on directional force feedback, infinite vertical navigation, and the integration of optical illusions into virtual experiences. Dr. Cheng's research consistently combines hardware innovation with perceptual psychology to create compelling user experiences that push the boundaries of virtual environments. Dr. Cheng has received notable recognition for his work: Best Paper Award at CHI 2022 for 'AirRacket: Perceptual Design of Ungrounded, Directional Force Feedback to Improve Virtual Racket Sports Experiences' SIC People's Choice Award at UIST 2022 for 'Garnish into Thin Air' His research has been featured in media outlets including MIT News and New Scientist, indicating broader impact beyond academic circles. Dr. Cheng maintains active collaborations with researchers worldwide, as evidenced by his international co-authorship patterns across multiple disciplines including computer science, psychology, and engineering.

• Eye Tracking Methodology
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Computer Graphics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrew T. Duchowski is a Professor at Clemson University, specializing in Eye Tracking Methodology, Human-Computer Interaction, and Computer Graphics. His work spans over two decades with significant contributions to gaze-based interaction systems, foveated rendering, and cognitive load measurement. He authored three editions of the influential textbook Eye Tracking Methodology (Springer, 2003/2007/2017). Duchowski's research integrates eye movement analysis with applications in virtual reality, medical imaging (e.g., colonography viewers), and aviation safety. He actively collaborates with institutions globally and serves on editorial boards for journals like Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction . His recent projects include developing real-time gaze analytics pipelines and exploring entropy-based metrics for visual attention analysis. Publications (selected 15 recent): Focus on advancing gaze interaction in immersive environments, optimizing 3D visualization, and measuring cognitive load through pupillary activity and microsaccades. Key co-authors include Krzysztof Krejtz, Matias Volonte, and Donald House.

• Virtual Reality
• Secure Data Search
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jason C. Woodworth is a researcher affiliated with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, LA, USA. His work primarily focuses on Virtual Reality (VR) and Secure Data Search technologies. Through extensive collaborations, he has explored innovative applications of VR in education, emotion tracking, and cross-reality interfaces, while contributing to methods for secure semantic search over encrypted cloud data. Research Interests: VR for attention guidance, emotion recognition in immersive environments, collaborative VR tools, and secure search architectures. Publication Trends: His recent studies emphasize Visual Cues in VR for attention management, Transformer-based Emotion Recognition , and Time-Continuous Emotion Rating systems. Collaborations: Frequent co-authorship with Christoph W. Borst and Mohsen Amini Salehi, indicating strong partnerships in VR and cybersecurity domains. Contributions: Pioneering work in Teacher-Guided Educational VR , Avatar Redirection for cross-reality communication, and privacy-preserving Secure Semantic Search frameworks.

• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Francisco R. Ortega is a researcher at Colorado State University specializing in Virtual Reality (VR) , Augmented Reality (AR) , and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) . His work focuses on improving user experience through multimodal interaction, cognitive load theory, and immersive analytics. Recent publications explore diverse applications including: Stress reduction via VR forest bathing Instruction methods for AR-based autism support systems Annotation design in extended reality AR notifications in cooking environments Gender-swapping VR for stereotype threat mitigation Comparative studies between AR and VR for data-driven storytelling His research integrates principles from: Computer Science Psychology Human Factors Education Technology Collaborations span institutions such as University of Florida, University of Seville, and technical teams across North America. While specific educational details remain undisclosed, his 20+ peer-reviewed publications since 2018 demonstrate deep contributions to VR/AR methodology, particularly in: Unconstrained gesture elicitation Spatial transformation challenges Immersive training systems Hybrid display environments Imperfect machine learning integration

Jana Gonnermann-Müllerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human-Machine Interaction
• Educational Technology
• Cognitive Load Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jana Gonnermann-Müller is a research assistant at the Chair of Business Information Systems, Processes and Systems at the University of Potsdam . Holding an M.Sc. in Psychology from Humboldt University of Berlin, her work focuses on human-machine interaction, particularly examining learning, decision-making, and trust in technological collaborations. Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Psychology Alumni: Humboldt University of Berlin Current Role: Scientific Associate at University of Potsdam Research explores cognitive factors in augmented reality and AI assistance systems , employing experimental designs and eye tracking methodologies. Key projects include investigating visual guidance in AR, comparing AR display types, and developing frameworks for generative AI in education. Publications (2023-2025) demonstrate expertise in digital education , cognitive load optimization , and technology-enhanced learning . Collaborations span institutions like Hong Kong Polytechnic University , University of California, Davis , and Weizenbaum Institute , with corporate consulting on learning technology implementation. Technical focus areas include: Human-System Design Optimization Eye Tracking & Usability Studies AI Recommender Systems Industry 4.0 Implementation Research applications extend to: Secondary Education Technology Assembly Line AR Integration Change Management Systems Maintenance AR Visualization

Ashwin Ramمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Wearable Computing
• Augmented Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ashwin Ram is a postdoctoral researcher at Saarland University's Human-Computer Interaction & Interactive Technologies Lab, under Prof. Jürgen Steimle. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the National University of Singapore (NUS), advised by Prof. Shengdong Zhao, and a Bachelor's in Electronics Engineering from NIT Trichy. His research focuses on wearable augmented reality, smart glasses, and accessibility, leveraging cognitive and behavioral theories to design intelligent interfaces. Notable contributions include Mindful Moments (DIS '23, Honorable Mention), a mindfulness tool for smart glasses, and a quadruped robot guidance system for visually impaired individuals (CHI '24, Honorable Mention). He has served as an Associate Chair (AC) for UIST 2025 and CHI 2025. His work bridges HCI with wearable computing, exploring topics like video learning optimization (LSVP, IMWUT '21), sound source localization via neural networks (NCC '18), and accelerating Hawkes processes for event modeling (ICML '17 workshop). He collaborates internationally, including a research visit at UCL's Multi-Sensory Devices Group. Key achievements include 17 peer-reviewed publications (Google Scholar, ORCID: 0000-0003-1430-8770) and interdisciplinary projects like semantic floor map-based robot navigation. Beyond academia, he practices Carnatic music, plays guitar, and is fluent in Malayalam, Tamil, and English, with proficiency in French, German, and Hindi.

Jens Herderمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Mixed Reality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jens Herder is a Professor of Virtual Studio/Virtual Reality at the Düsseldorf University of Applied Sciences since 2000. As former Dean of the Faculty of Media , he pioneered the Bachelor's in Media and Applied Information Technology and Master's in Virtual Reality programs. He founded the Journal of Virtual Reality and Broadcasting and leads research at the Virtual Sets and Virtual Environments Laboratory . Studied Computer Science with Architecture at TU Darmstadt PhD in Engineering from University of Tsukuba (1999) His research spans Virtual/Augmented/Mixed Reality , Spatial Media , and Interactive Environments . Key projects include: Sound Spatialization Framework development 3D Monument digitization with ethical participation Augmented Reality lighting control systems Volumetric capture integration for virtual teleportation He supervises 6+ graduate theses annually, focusing on: Real-time virtual production Photorealistic rendering Immersive media workflows AR/VR hardware integration Current affiliations: Head of Virtual Studio/VR Laboratory Internationalization Commissioner for Faculty of Media