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Emmi Harjuniemiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Wearables
• Electronic Textiles
• Textile Tangible User Interfaces
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emmi Harjuniemi is a University Teacher and Doctoral Researcher at the University of Lapland's Faculty of Art and Design, affiliated with the Lapland User Experience Design research group and the Discipline-specific doctoral programme. She holds roles in academic teaching, research, and innovation, including project management in startup services (LUX). Her primary affiliations include the University of Lapland since 2010 and prior roles at L-Fashion Group and Rovaniemi city swimming services. Her research focuses on wearable technologies, electronic textiles, and tangible user interfaces, with an emphasis on design education and practical applications. Key projects include ArcticShell (2014–2019), exploring Arctic smart design, and the Lapland Startup Incubator (2024–2026), fostering regional entrepreneurship. She has also contributed to initiatives like AMOK (2014), advancing Arctic design expertise. Her work bridges technology and art, highlighted by awards such as the Best Demo Award at Pervasive Displays 2019 for innovations in electrochromic displays. She actively participates in international conferences, workshops, and media engagements, emphasizing design education and professional branding. Harjuniemi’s projects have received grants from the European Regional Development Fund and Social Fund, focusing on tech-education integration and Arctic innovation. Her leadership extends to organizing workshops on e-textiles and curating exhibitions showcasing interactive textile designs.

Beat Signerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cross-Media Technologies
• Personal Information Management
• Human-Information Interaction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Beat Signer is a Professor of Informatics and Applied Informatics at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Belgium. He holds a PhD and has held senior research roles at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH Zurich) between 2005 and 2009. His expertise spans cross-media technologies, human-information interaction, data physicalisation, and next-generation user interfaces. He leads several research projects focusing on end-user development, IoT applications, and FAIR positioning systems. Signer's educational background includes postdoctoral research at ETH Zurich (2005–2007) and a Senior Researcher role (2007–2009). His research interests emphasize bridging gaps in information management across media boundaries, with a focus on tangible computing and ubiquitous systems. He has supervised 203 theses, including a notable work on augmented reality applications. His recent research outputs (2023–2025) explore modular frameworks for positioning systems, interactive educational tools, and hardware platforms for data visualization. He has been awarded multiple Best Paper Awards at conferences like CSEDU, ICALT, and MobiWIS. Signer actively engages in academic activities, including editorial roles, peer reviews, and international conferences. His work on datasets like the 'Survey on Privacy of Location Data' and 'OpenHPS Framework' highlights a commitment to ethical data practices and open science.

Vaclav Petrasمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Geospatial Software Engineering
• Open Source GIS Development
• Environmental Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vaclav Petras is a Senior Geospatial Software Engineer and Researcher at North Carolina State University. He holds a Master's in Geoinformatics and a Ph.D. in Geospatial Analytics. His primary role involves advancing spatio-temporal models and tools for geospatial research through open-source development, particularly as a core member of the GRASS GIS project since 2012, where he also serves on the Project Steering Committee. His research focuses on improving geospatial software usability, open science practices, and participatory modeling. Key areas include integrating Jupyter Notebooks with GRASS GIS for education, redesigning user interfaces collaboratively, and developing cloud-based platforms for geospatial analysis. He actively contributes to projects like Tangible Landscape and has published widely on topics ranging from lidar data analysis to invasive species forecasting. Professional contributions span over 100 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work emphasizing cloud-based geospatial tools, risk-based inspection simulations, and ecological modeling. Petras is a strong advocate for open-source software, demonstrated through leadership roles in GRASS GIS and contributions to the Geoforall Lab at NCSU.

• Design
• Data Analysis
• Social Computing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nabeel Gillani serves as an Assistant Professor of Design and Data Analysis at Northeastern University with a joint appointment spanning the College of Arts, Media and Design (Art + Design) and D'Amore-McKim School of Business (Marketing). He directs the Plural Connections Group, an interdisciplinary research initiative focused on leveraging computational and design methodologies to advance pluralism—an inclusive response to societal diversity—while promoting educational, economic, and social well-being. His research synthesizes design principles, data analytics, and social computing to address systemic challenges in pluralistic societies. Key investigations explore how computational tools can foster inclusive environments through human-computer interaction frameworks, with emphasis on diversity integration and measurable social impact. This work bridges artistic design sensibilities with business-oriented data analysis to create tangible societal improvements. Professor Gillani actively mentors doctoral candidates and invites PhD inquiries through direct email contact, demonstrating commitment to developing next-generation scholars in interdisciplinary design and data science. His advising approach emphasizes real-world application of research to drive social change. The Plural Connections Group operates as his primary research laboratory, uniting design innovation with data-driven social science to tackle complex societal pluralism challenges through collaborative, solution-oriented projects.

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Interactive Media
• Immersive Storytelling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Jonathan Hook is a Professor in Interactive Media at the School of Arts and Creative Technologies, University of York. He joined in 2014 and led the Interactive Media BSc program from 2019-2023. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), designing innovative interactive media tools and content to address societal challenges such as environmental sustainability, health, and public engagement with data. He co-founded the Digital Creativity Labs, a £4m interdisciplinary research center. Current projects include EPSRC-funded 'Perspective Media' and InnovateUK's 'WEAVR' for cross-reality spectator experiences. Educations: BSc Computing Science, Newcastle University PhD Human-Computer Interaction, Newcastle University Research Interests: Professor Hook explores immersive storytelling, AI in fundraising, and interactive technologies. His work combines computational methods with human-centered design to create impactful creative tools and experiences. Key areas include climate action through games, AI ethics in nonprofits, and AR/VR applications in education and museums. Awards: ACM IMX 2020 Best Paper Award (2020) York Culture Awards 2016 & 2017 ACM IMX 2024 Best Paper Award (2024) Grants & Projects: He leads/co-leads projects funded by EPSRC, AHRC, InnovateUK, and EC. Active roles in York-XPLOR CoSTAR Network (AHRC), Smart Data Donation Service (ESRC), and Responsible AI for Nonprofit Fundraising (RAIF). Labs & Teams: Co-founder of the Digital Creativity Labs and a core member of the interdisciplinary research group exploring immersive media and creative industries at York.

Patrick Baudischمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• User Interfaces
• Visualization Techniques
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Patrick Baudisch is a prominent researcher and professor in the field of Human-Computer Interaction, affiliated with the Hasso-Plattner-Institut (HPI) in Potsdam, Germany, where he leads research in interactive systems and user interface technologies. He has also held research positions at Microsoft Research , Xerox PARC , and Fraunhofer IPSI , contributing extensively to advancements in visualization and interaction techniques. Current Affiliation: Hasso-Plattner-Institut (HPI), Germany Former Affiliations: Microsoft Research, Xerox PARC, Fraunhofer IPSI Research Focus: Interactive devices, touch and tangible interfaces, scalability of displays His research centers on innovative user interface paradigms, particularly in the areas of focus-plus-context visualization , back-of-device interaction , and touch-enabled small screens . He has pioneered projects like NanoTouch , Lumino , and Phosphor , which explore novel ways to interact with digital content across different form factors. The trend in his recent work emphasizes compact, mobile interaction and context-aware displays , aiming to bridge the gap between physical and digital interfaces. His contributions span both theoretical models and practical implementations, often prototyped in real-world applications. Scientific Awards: None listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While specific students or grants are not mentioned, his extensive academic talks and teaching activities suggest active mentorship and research leadership. He has delivered over 50 invited talks at leading universities and industrial labs, indicating strong influence and collaboration in the HCI community. Labs and Teams: He leads a research group at the Hasso-Plattner-Institut focused on human-centered computing and interactive systems. He has also been associated with the Visual Interaction and Behavior Engineering (VIBE) group at Microsoft Research and has collaborated with teams at FXPAL , PARC , and Intel Research .

Morten Fjeldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Augmented Reality
• Virtual Reality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Morten Fjeld is a Professor of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Bergen (Norway) and Chalmers University of Technology (Sweden). He leads WP4 in the SFI MediaFutures initiative and is a cluster leader in the Wallenberg AI program. His research focuses on tangible interaction, tabletop computing, and AR/VR applications in industrial and healthcare contexts. Education: Dual MSc in Applied Mathematics from NTNU (Norway) and ENSIMAG (France) PhD in Computer Science from ETH Zurich (Switzerland) Research Interests: Dr. Fjeld's work spans Human-Computer Interaction , Augmented Reality , and Robotics Interaction . He pioneered the t2i Interaction Lab and has developed novel interaction techniques for industrial tomography, collaborative systems, and drone-human interfaces. His recent work explores emotion-aware voice assistants and AR applications in complex decision-making scenarios. Grants & Leadership: Secured over 15 international grants including Horizon 2020 MSCA actions Founded the ACM ISS conference series and chaired VRST 2017 Leadership roles in ACM CHI and IEEE conferences Labs & Teams: His t2i Interaction Lab collaborates internationally, with projects at ETH Zurich, Tohoku University, and NUS Singapore. Current focus areas include adaptive systems for dementia care and AI-driven moderation tools for political discourse analysis.

Zachary Petersonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cybersecurity
• Secure Storage Systems
• Applied Cryptography
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Zachary Peterson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo, within the College of Engineering. His work bridges secure storage systems, applied cryptography, law, policy, and cybersecurity education. His research interests focus on interdisciplinary problems, especially in secure storage systems, privacy, and regulatory-compliant storage. He is deeply engaged in innovative computer security education, particularly through games, Alternate Reality Games (ARGs), and board games like [d0x3d!], aiming to make security accessible and engaging for students of all ages, from K–12 to undergraduates. The recent articles reflect a strong trajectory in usable and inclusive security, pedagogical innovation, and foundational cryptographic systems. Themes include provable data possession, deniable encryption, cloud data geolocation, and accessibility for visually impaired users. His work increasingly emphasizes human-centered and educational aspects of security. NSF SaTC Award for K-12 Cybersecurity Education Google CS Engagement Award Fulbright Scholar (US-UK Cybersecurity Fulbright Scholar) Cal Poly wins NSA GenCyber Teacher Training Award Dr. Peterson actively advises and mentors students through programs like EPIC summer camps and cybersecurity competitions. He has led grant-funded initiatives such as the NSF SaTC project and the TableTop Security project, which explores game-based learning. His collaborations span institutions like Royal Holloway University and involve public engagement through talks at USENIX Enigma, UCL, and media features including the Washington Post. He leads the TableTop Security project, an umbrella initiative for developing and evaluating security education games. He is also involved in the 3GSE (Games for Security Education) community and has co-organized workshops like USENIX ASE. His lab work focuses on making security tangible and accessible through gameplay and interactive narratives.

Alexander Achbergerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Haptics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexander Achberger is a Research Associate at the Visualization Institute of the University of Stuttgart (VISUS) , affiliated with the Sedlmair Working Group . His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction , Virtual Reality , and Haptics , particularly in Automotive Engineering contexts. He has published extensively on haptic feedback devices and immersive visualization tools since 2018. Current position: Research Associate at VISUS Affiliation: Sedlmair Working Group Location: Allmandring 19, Stuttgart, Germany (Room: 01.031) His work explores force feedback systems like PropellerHand , STROE , and STRIVE for automotive VR applications. He also investigates sitting posture recognition and motion guidance memorability in extended reality environments. Recent publications examine multi-type haptic feedback and upper limb representations in VR.

Frank Heyenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Visualization
• Human-Computer Interaction
• AI-Assisted Music Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Frank Heyen is a Researcher at the Visualization Institute of the University of Stuttgart (VISUS) , focusing on interdisciplinary applications of visualization and interactive systems in music, education, and data analysis. His work bridges computer science, music technology, and human-computer interaction. Research Interests : Heyen specializes in creating visualization tools for AI-assisted music composition, augmented reality (AR) applications for instrument learning, and immersive analysis of musical performance data. His projects include interactive systems for classifier comparison (ClaVis), AR guitar tutorials (AR Hero), and haptic feedback devices (PropellerHand). Scientific Contributions : His publications highlight collaborations with Michael Sedlmair and others, emphasizing user-centered design and real-time data interaction. In 2025, his paper MAICO received the Replicability Stamp by the Graphics Replicability Stamp Initiative (GRSI), underscoring methodological rigor. His work spans conferences like IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics , ISMIR, IEEE VR, and ACM CHI workshops. Awards : Replicability Stamp by GRSI for MAICO (2025)

• Embedded Systems
• Software Programming
• Digital Media
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrew Watson is a Senior Lecturer in Creative Technology at Bournemouth University. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Electronics from UCLAN and has been affiliated with the university since 1992, initially joining the Electronics department before transitioning to the Design department (2010-2012) and then the Creative Technology department (2012-present). His career spans both academic and industry sectors, including work in UK commercial and military defense electronics. Education: BSc (Hons) in Electronics, UCLAN, 1992 His research focuses on embedded systems design, software programming (particularly C++), and digital media applications. He has contributed to game-based training systems using emotional dialogue trees and explored tangible interfaces for digital communication. Andrew has published on topics like emotional response modeling in dialogue systems and physical computing for human-computer interaction. His work bridges creative technology with practical software and hardware integration.

Mitchell Whitelawمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Design
• Interaction Design
• Electronic Media Art
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mitchell Whitelaw is an Associate Professor in Design at the Australian National University (ANU), based in the College of Arts and Social Sciences. His work bridges creative practice and theoretical inquiry in digital design and culture. Education: PhD (University of Technology Sydney), Bachelor of Creative Arts (Hons) (University of Wollongong) Research Interests: Whitelaw’s research focuses on digital heritage through "generous interfaces" that reimagine archival exploration, data aesthetics examining the creative and critical potential of generative systems, and digital materiality exploring the physical foundations of digital culture. His projects combine practice-led experimentation with theoretical analysis. Key Projects: Funded collaborations include the Visible Archive (Ian Maclean Award 2008), Interactive Visualisation for Memory of a Nation (National Archives of Australia), and Digital Treasures Flagship Program with major cultural institutions. He has developed tangible data representations for exhibitions and reimagined digital interfaces for cultural collections. Scientific Awards: Ian Maclean Award (2008) - National Archives of Australia Collaborations: Whitelaw works with institutions like the Asia Art Archive, State Library of Queensland, National Gallery of Australia, and researchers across digital humanities, computer science, and creative practice.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Digital Twinning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Sarah Muehlhaus is a researcher at the Chair of Computing in Civil and Building Engineering at the Technical University of Munich . Her work focuses on gamification , augmented reality , and digital communication in urban planning contexts. Research fields include Building Information Modeling (BIM) , Digital Twinning , and Human-Computer Interaction Collaborates on interdisciplinary prototyping and AR interaction projects Publications (2017-2022) highlight her contributions to: Gamified urban planning participation 3D tangible interfaces for AR Digital communication in architectural design Interactive stakeholder engagement systems Teaching involvement includes courses on: Artificial Intelligence in Engineering BIM Fundamentals and Advanced BIM Computational Engineering Software development and databases

Uta Hinrichsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Data Visualization
• Information Visualization
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Uta Hinrichs is a Reader in Data Visualisation at the School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh, affiliated with the Institute for Language, Cognition and Computation. She is based in Room 4.19A at the Informatics Forum, 10 Crichton Street. Her research bridges computational methods and human-centered design, with a focus on innovative visualization techniques. Her core research explores: Information Visualization : Developing novel methods for data representation Human-Computer Interaction : Specializing in tabletop interfaces and tangible interactions Digital Humanities : Applying visualization to cultural and participatory contexts Physical Data Representation : Including paper-based and 3D object visualizations She leads projects like the Bumpkin Island Map Archive (participatory mapping for the 2011 Bumpkin Island Art Encampment) and Peace Paper Vis (paper-based visualization of peace vs. GDP relationships), often collaborating with the traubensaft collective.

• Biodesign
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Data Visualization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Phillip Gough is a Senior Lecturer in Design at The University of Sydney, where he serves as Program Director of the Biodesign Major. He is affiliated with the School of Life and Environmental Sciences and the Discipline of Design, working within the Affective Interactions Lab. Gough is also a member of the Charles Perkins Centre and teaches across both the Design Lab and School of Life and Environmental Sciences. Dr. Gough's research focuses on biodesign (design-driven biology) and creativity-led data visualization. His work explores how design methods can solve problems defined by user needs through cutting-edge medical science research. He investigates how artists and designers create data visualizations, their methods, and how creative activities contribute to science education. His research is highly interdisciplinary, bridging design, biology, and human-computer interaction. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward biodesign, mycelium-based materials, and ethical considerations in human-computer interaction. Gough's work increasingly focuses on sustainable materials, particularly mycelium composites, and their applications in design and architecture. His research also examines how virtual reality and creative coding can enhance educational experiences in biomedical sciences. Scientific Awards: University of Sydney Strategic Education Grant 2024 2018 Vice Chancellor's Awards for Excellence, Outstanding Educational Engagement and Innovation for The Living Data Project Gough actively mentors graduate students, currently supervising research on mycelium-based materials in HCI, myco-wearable devices for emotional health, and ethical tensions in design education. His grant history includes the 2019 project 'Embedding and Assessing Ethics: a School-wide Initiative' with colleagues Hepburn, Ahmadpour, Tomitsch, Loke, and Jones. Based at the Wilkinson Building at Westmead, Gough works within the Affective Interactions Lab and collaborates with the Charles Perkins Centre. His research team focuses on creating new learning activities that develop science students' digital literacy into digital fluency through design methods, creative coding, and multimedia production.