Work with thought leaders and academic experts in Human-Computer Interaction

Companies can greatly benefit from working with experts in Human-Computer Interaction. These professionals can enhance user experience, improve product design, and drive innovation. By collaborating with academic researchers in this field, companies can gain valuable insights into user behavior, preferences, and needs. They can also receive guidance on designing intuitive and user-friendly interfaces, ensuring that their products are accessible to a wide range of users. Additionally, academic researchers can help companies stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in Human-Computer Interaction, enabling them to create cutting-edge and competitive products.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in Human-Computer Interaction include Yongyeon Cho, Jerry Schnepp, Ph.D., Dr. Wolfgang Messner, Christos Makridis, Kostadin Kushlev, Dr. Andrew Raij, Ph.D., Ingrid Ramon Parra, Dr. Pantaleon Fassbender, Ryan Howell, Jim Samuel, Thomas O'Neill, and Tim Osswald.

Yongyeon Cho

Ames, Iowa, United States of America
7 Years Experience
Assistant Professor in the Department of Interior Design at Iowa State University
Education

Iowa State University

Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Interior Design / December, 2016

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Konkuk University

M.I.A., Interior Architecture / February, 2011

Seoul

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Interior architecture Department / February, 2009

Seoul
Experience

Iowa State University

Assistant Professor / August, 2018 — Present

Department of Interior Design, Human-Computer Interaction Program

Keumkang Enterprises

Design Advisor / August, 2018 — Present

Responsible for tender bidding projects as a design advisor mainly, workplace design for financial firms, technology firms, and cultural spaces

Keumkang Enterprises

Interior Designer / February, 2018 — May, 2018

Served as an interior designer, participated in schematic designs, design developments, preparing presentation documents and creating construction administration

Research Expertise (0)
About
Yongyeon Cho is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Interior Design at Iowa State University. He holds a Master of Fine Art degree from Iowa State University, in Ames and a Master of Interior Architecture from Konkuk University and a Bachelor of Engineering in Interior Architecture from Soongsil University, both in Seoul, Korea. Since 2018, he is working as an interior design consultant at Keumkang Enterprises Inc, in Seoul, Korea. In 2017, he was an interior design professional at HOK, Chicago office. He was a member of a student winning team for the Healthcare Environment Award, sponsored by Contract magazine and The Center for Healthcare Design (2016). He is a recipient of Masaaki Yamada Juror’s Award of Merit (2015) & Award of Excellence at American Society of Architectural Illustrators (2019), and the winner of AAHID (American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers) graduate research fellowship (2017).

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Jerry Schnepp, Ph.D.

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
22 Years Experience
Chair of Computer Science, Judson University
Education

Ph.D., Computer Science / June, 2012

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

M.S., Human-computer Interaction / June, 2002

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

B.A., Communication / December, 1999

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Experience

Judson University

Chair of Computer Science / August, 2022 — Present

Leading the Department of Computer Science with a focus on evolving curricula, growing enrollment, and post-graduate professional preparedness. Coordinating research on AI-supported individualized learning experiences using Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG). Spearheading professional development activities among faculty members focused on innovative pedagogy through Learner Experience Design (LXD). Teaching courses in Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, Algorithms, Web Development, Database Systems, and a Capstone Senior Project. Serving as Chair of the Undergraduate Academic Policy Committee and the Degree Completion Academic Policy Committee. Supporting student internships and independent studies.

Bowling Green State University

Tenured Associate Professor / May, 2018 — August, 2022

Led a university initiative to build The Collab Lab, an innovation space on the BGSU campus. Sought and received support to initiate the project, oversaw its design and construction, and led its operations as the director. Designed and taught courses in User Experience, Interactive Media, Augmented and Virtual Reality, Interaction Design, Web Development, and Usability. Supported twenty-five undergraduate independent study projects and served on graduate committees for two master’s students and four Ph.D. students, one as the primary advisor. Coordinated research projects investigating novel educational technologies: EASEL (Education through application-supported experiential learning), a mobile platform that facilitates real-time reflection during experiential learning and Point Barter, an online testing system that allows students to equitably trade exam points for hints to a correct answer.

Assistant Professor / August, 2012 — 2018

Designed and taught courses in User Experience, Interactive Media, Augmented and Virtual Reality, Interaction Design, Web Development, and Usability. Coordinated research projects investigating novel educational technologies: EASEL (Education through application-supported experiential learning), a mobile platform that facilitates real-time reflection during experiential learning and Point Barter, an online testing system that allows students to equitably trade exam points for hints to a correct answer.

DePaul University

Adjunct Faculty in Computer Science / August, 2002 — 2012

Taught courses in Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Graphics Development, Real-time Rendering, Data Visualization, Computer Animation, Web Design, and Digital Photography.

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Human Computer Interaction
Human-Computer Interaction
Other Research Expertise (17)
User Experience
Interactive Media
Computer Graphics
Accommodations for the Deaf
Software
And 12 more
About
As a technologist, designer, and creative problem-solver, I'm passionate about teaching people to embrace new technology and explore. I am the Chair of the Computer Science department at Judson University. Before my appointment, I served as an Associate Professor in the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering at Bowling Green State University (BGSU). I teach courses in Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Software Design Patterns, Interactive Media, Usability, User Experience, and Augmented/Virtual Reality. I was the founding director of the Collab Lab, a hands-on, creative space for students and faculty to engage in collaborative work. My research efforts are directed in several areas: AI Supported Individualized Learning, Learner Experience Design, Technology for Online Assessment, Interactive Mobile Learning, and Computerized Sign Language Synthesis. I enjoy collaborating on projects involving cutting-edge technology and new applications.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

20 total publications

An automated technique for real-time production of lifelike animations of American Sign Language

Universal Access in the Information Society / May 14, 2015

McDonald, J., Wolfe, R., Schnepp, J., Hochgesang, J., Jamrozik, D. G., Stumbo, M., Berke, L., Bialek, M., & Thomas, F. (2015). An automated technique for real-time production of lifelike animations of American Sign Language. Universal Access in the Information Society, 15(4), 551–566. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10209-015-0407-2

Special issue: recent advances in sign language translation and avatar technology

Universal Access in the Information Society / Jun 02, 2015

Wolfe, R., Efthimiou, E., Glauert, J., Hanke, T., McDonald, J., & Schnepp, J. (2015). Special issue: recent advances in sign language translation and avatar technology. Universal Access in the Information Society, 15(4), 485–486. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10209-015-0412-5

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Dr. Wolfgang Messner

Columbia, SC
29 Years Experience
Professor in International Business with expertise in Data Analytics and Machine Learning
Education

University of Kassel

Dr. rer. pol., Economics and social sciences / 2004

Kassel

University of Wales

M.B.A., Financial management / 1998

Cardiff

Technical University Munich

B.Sc. & M.Sc. (Dipl.-Inform. Univ.), Computer science; artificial intelligence; computer graphics / 1995

Munich
Experience

University of South Carolina, Darla Moore School of Business | Columbia, SC, USA

Clinical Professor of International Business / 2016 — Present

• Developed novel algorithms for eXplainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI). Leveraged machine learning and deep learning techniques to address research questions in international business and marketing • Utilized advanced statistical approaches to assess cultural diversity and differences across regions and populations • Investigated variations in the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public health systems and consumer behavior • Taught under- and postgraduate courses in the #1-ranked international business department, as recognized by US News & World Report. Courses include data analytics, management consulting, and intercultural team management • Engaged in collaborative student consulting projects with companies such as Positec, SC SBDC, Seabin Australia, Thomson Reuters, UPS Global Supply Chain Solutions (Data & Innovation), and UPS International

MYRA School of Business | Mysore, India

Professor of International Management / 2013 — 2016

• Analyzed cultural differences in consumer behavior with a focus on the effectiveness of marketing strategies • Formulated strategic initiatives for conducting business in emerging markets • Taught postgraduate courses on customer service, business case analysis, and international business

GloBus Research | London, UK & Bangalore, India

Co-founder & Director / 2011 — 2017

• Developed customized learning solutions for executives • Created assessment tools to evaluate intercultural communication competence and team effectiveness • Led the design and delivery of the India module within the prestigious Leadership Excellence Program offered collaboratively by WHU, IDG, and DXC Technology

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Human-Computer Interaction
Other Research Expertise (14)
International Business
International Marketing
International Management
Strategy and Management
Business and International Management
And 9 more
About
Results-oriented and internationally experienced project manager, consultant, and researcher with a passion for leveraging machine learning and advanced statistical techniques to solve intricate challenges in international marketing and consumer behavior. Demonstrated track record of driving strategic initiatives, cultivating cross-border partnerships, and delivering tangible impacts on revenue generation. Highly adaptable to rapidly evolving technologies and market trends. Aiming to apply my expertise to lead transformative projects and elevate organizational success on a global scale. **Research and publication overview** · Authored 36 peer-reviewed journal publications (data analytics, international business, marketing) · Authored and edited 8 business books, published by *Palgrave Macmillan* and *Springer* · Published 5 teaching cases with *SAGE* and *Ivey* · Research impact (Google Scholar): h-index of 17 with 1,000+ citations **Competences in data analysis (selected)** · Supervised: Neural networks, deep learning · Unsupervised: Kohonen self-organizing maps · Frequentist and Bayesian regression analysis · Multilevel (hierarchical) modeling · Exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis · fs/QCA \| HLM \| SPSS \| JASP \| Python\, incl\. Keras\, Dalex
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

65 total publications

WSCG '97 The Fifth International Conference in Central Europe on Computer Graphics and Visualization 97

Computers & Graphics / Sep 01, 1996

WSCG ’97 The Fifth International Conference in Central Europe on Computer Graphics and Visualization 97. (1996). Computers & Graphics, 20(5), III. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0097-8493(96)90058-8

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Christos Makridis

Nashville, TN
10 Years Experience
Web3 and Labor Economist in Academia, Entrepreneurship, and Policy
Education

Stanford University

Dual Ph.D., Economics and Management Science & Engineering / June, 2018

Stanford, California, United States of America

Arizona State University

B.S., Economics and Mathematics / May, 2012

Tempe, Arizona, United States of America
Experience

Stanford University

Digital Fellow / August, 2020 — Present

Department of Veterans Affairs

Senior Adviser, National AI Institute / January, 2020 — Present

Columbia Business School

Adjunct Associate Research Scholar / February, 2022 — Present

Research Expertise (16)
Finance
Economics and Econometrics
Accounting
Pharmacology (medical)
Law
And 11 more
About
Christos A. Makridis holds academic appointments at Columbia Business School, Stanford University, Baylor University, University of Nicosia, and Arizona State University. He is also an adjunct scholar at the Manhattan Institute, senior adviser at Gallup, and senior adviser at the National AI Institute in the Department of Veterans Affairs. Christos is the CEO/co-founder of [Dainamic](https://www.dainamic.ai/), a technology startup working to democratize the use and application of data science and AI techniques for small and mid sized organizations, and CTO/co-founder of [Living Opera](https://www.livingopera.org/), a web3 startup working to bridge classical music and blockchain technologies. Christos previously served on the White House Council of Economic Advisers managing the cybersecurity, technology, and space activities, as a Non-resident Fellow at the Cyber Security Project in the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, as a Digital Fellow at the Initiative at the Digital Economy in the MIT Sloan School of Management, a a Non-resident Research Scientist at Datacamp, and as a Visiting Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. Christos’ primary academic research focuses on labor economics, the digital economy, and personal finance and well-being. He has published over 70 peer-reviewed research papers in academic journals and over 170 news articles in the press. Christos earned a Bachelor’s in Economics and Minor in Mathematics at Arizona State University, as well a dual Masters and PhDs in Economics and Management Science & Engineering at Stanford University.

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Kostadin Kushlev

Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America
13 Years Experience
My research focuses on interventions to improve well-being by promoting better digital habits.
Education

University of British Columbia

PhD, Psychology / August, 2015

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Reed College

B.A., Psychology / May, 2008

Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Experience

Georgetown University

Assistant Professor / August, 2018 — Present

University of Virginia

Research Scientist / August, 2015 — August, 2018

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Human-Computer Interaction
Other Research Expertise (3)
Social Psychology
Communication
Applied Psychology
About
I am broadly interested in the factors that promote or diminish happiness and well-being. My research program explores how constant connectivity to the Internet impacts people’s relationships and well-being and how we can harness technology to improve well-being and promote positive behavioral change. I am a Vanier Scholar and a Rising Star of the Association for Psychological Science (APS). I have written for *The* *New York Times*, *The Conversation*, and *Psychology Today*, and my work has been covered by other prestigious publications such as *The* *Economist, BBC, NPR, Forbes, Fast Company, Time Magazine, The Wall Stree Journal, National Geographic,* and *The Washington Post*. I have consulted for companies such as Ipsos, Canvas8, and Luce Research. See more at www.kushlev.com
Most Relevant Publications (4+)

48 total publications

Batching smartphone notifications can improve well-being

Computers in Human Behavior / Dec 01, 2019

Fitz, N., Kushlev, K., Jagannathan, R., Lewis, T., Paliwal, D., & Ariely, D. (2019). Batching smartphone notifications can improve well-being. Computers in Human Behavior, 101, 84–94. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2019.07.016

Smartphones reduce smiles between strangers

Computers in Human Behavior / Feb 01, 2019

Kushlev, K., Hunter, J. F., Proulx, J., Pressman, S. D., & Dunn, E. (2019). Smartphones reduce smiles between strangers. Computers in Human Behavior, 91, 12–16. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2018.09.023

Digitally connected, socially disconnected: The effects of relying on technology rather than other people

Computers in Human Behavior / Nov 01, 2017

Kushlev, K., Proulx, J. D. E., & Dunn, E. W. (2017). Digitally connected, socially disconnected: The effects of relying on technology rather than other people. Computers in Human Behavior, 76, 68–74. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2017.07.001

Checking email less frequently reduces stress

Computers in Human Behavior / Feb 01, 2015

Kushlev, K., & Dunn, E. W. (2015). Checking email less frequently reduces stress. Computers in Human Behavior, 43, 220–228. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2014.11.005

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Dr. Andrew Raij, Ph.D.

Orlando, Florida, United States of America
20 Years Experience
Principal Research Scientist and Lab Director | VR, AR, MR, XR, Spatial Computing, Immersive Technologies
Education

University of Florida

Ph.D., Dept. of Computer & Info. Science & Engineering / May, 2009

Gainesville, Florida, United States of America

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

M.S., Computer Science / December, 2003

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States of America

Northwestern University

B.S., Computer Science / June, 2001

Evanston, Illinois, United States of America
Experience

Draper Laboratory

Principal Member of Technical Staff / January, 2021 — Present

Universal Studios / NBCUniversal

Technical Program Manager / December, 2016 — November, 2020

University of Central Florida

Research Associate Professor / March, 2015 — September, 2016

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Human-Computer Interaction
Other Research Expertise (13)
Virtual Reality
Augmented Reality
Human Factors and Ergonomics
Artificial Intelligence
Modeling and Simulation
And 8 more
About
Dr. Andrew Raij, Ph.D. is a principal researcher at the Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, where he leads research on human-centered computing and virtual / augmented / mixed reality. For over 20 years, Dr. Raij has been helping companies unlock the transformative power of immersive technologies through **rigorous user research, strategic guidance, and creative problem-solving**. With a deep understanding of human behavior in immersive environments, he bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world needs. His career began in academia, where he was an Assistant Professor and Director of the Powerful Interactive Experiences (PIE) Lab at the University of South Florida. Later, he joined Universal Creative, where he applied his expertise to the challenge of using immersive, wearable technologies in the theme park environment. At Draper Labs, his research focuses on applying immersive technologies to training and situational awareness. Dr. Raij earned his Ph.D. in the Department of Computer & Information Science & Engineering from the University of Florida in 2009. Prior to this, he completed his M.S. in Computer Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2003 and his B.S. in Computer Science at Northwestern University in 2001.
Most Relevant Publications (6+)

54 total publications

Evolving an Immersive Medical Communication Skills Trainer

Presence: Teleoperators and Virtual Environments / Feb 01, 2006

Johnsen, K., Dickerson, R., Raij, A., Harrison, C., Lok, B., Stevens, A., & Lind, D. S. (2006). Evolving an Immersive Medical Communication Skills Trainer. Presence: Teleoperators and Virtual Environments, 15(1), 33–46. https://doi.org/10.1162/pres.2006.15.1.33

PREVENTER, a Selection Mechanism for Just-in-Time Preventive Interventions

IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing / Jul 01, 2016

Jaimes, L. G., Llofriu, M., & Raij, A. (2016). PREVENTER, a Selection Mechanism for Just-in-Time Preventive Interventions. IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing, 7(3), 243–257. https://doi.org/10.1109/taffc.2015.2490062

Locomotion in virtual reality for room scale tracked areas

International Journal of Human-Computer Studies / Feb 01, 2019

Bozgeyikli, E., Raij, A., Katkoori, S., & Dubey, R. (2019). Locomotion in virtual reality for room scale tracked areas. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, 122, 38–49. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhcs.2018.08.002

Effects of Virtual Reality Properties on User Experience of Individuals with Autism

ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing / Nov 16, 2018

Bozgeyikli, L. “Lila,” Bozgeyikli, E., Katkoori, S., Raij, A., & Alqasemi, R. (2018). Effects of Virtual Reality Properties on User Experience of Individuals with Autism. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, 11(4), 1–27. https://doi.org/10.1145/3267340

Vocational Rehabilitation of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder with Virtual Reality

ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing / Apr 06, 2017

Bozgeyikli, L., Bozgeyikli, E., Raij, A., Alqasemi, R., Katkoori, S., & Dubey, R. (2017). Vocational Rehabilitation of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder with Virtual Reality. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, 10(2), 1–25. https://doi.org/10.1145/3046786

Applying virtual reality in medical communication education: current findings and potential teaching and learning benefits of immersive virtual patients

Virtual Reality / Nov 03, 2006

Lok, B., Ferdig, R. E., Raij, A., Johnsen, K., Dickerson, R., Coutts, J., Stevens, A., & Lind, D. S. (2006). Applying virtual reality in medical communication education: current findings and potential teaching and learning benefits of immersive virtual patients. Virtual Reality, 10(3–4), 185–195. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10055-006-0037-3

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Ingrid Ramon Parra

San Francisco, California, United States of America
7 Years Experience
Cultural Anthropologist uncovering human insights in tech
Education

Purdue University West Lafayette

Ph.D., Anthropology / August, 2022

West Lafayette, Indiana, United States of America

Loyola Marymount University

M.A., Bilingual Education / January, 2013

Los Angeles, California, United States of America

UC Riverside

B.A., Native American Studies / June, 2009

Riverside, California, United States of America
Experience

Google

User Experience Researcher / January, 2022 — Present

User Experience Researcher for Fitbit at the intersection of health, gender, and equity.

Research Expertise (0)
About
Hi, I'm Ingrid. I'm a human centered researcher that approaches challenges with a keen anthropological eye and a qualitative toolkit. I employ research design that does justice to the complexity of human emotions, practices and contexts. My goal is to produce findings rooted in the human experience, resulting in data-informed recommendations for product strategy and design. My philosophy is to give dedicated attention to the human, so that opportunities for improved design and innovation can emerge. My expertise lies in research for diversity and inclusion, and global communities.

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Dr. Pantaleon Fassbender

Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
28 Years Experience
Highly experienced global leadership and corporate health management advisor
Education

Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

Th.D., Theological Ethics / March, 1995

Bonn

Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

M.Sc., Psychology / May, 1993

Bonn

Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

M.A., Theology / February, 1990

Bonn
Experience

Twisters Management Consulting LLC

Managing Director / November, 2019 — Present

International L&D and training expert. Leadership and data science advisor. Corporate Health Management for global clients

Kambs Consulting

Director / July, 2010 — Present

KPMG

Senior Manager / September, 1999 — June, 2010

Manager/ Senior Manager with the Service Lines Forensic Services and Restructuring

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Human-Computer Interaction
Other Research Expertise (8)
Applied Psychology
Communication
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Philosophy
Artificial Intelligence
And 3 more
About
With over 25 years of experience in corporate health management, talent management, and crisis management consulting, I am passionate about helping leaders and organizations overcome challenges and achieve their goals. As a Managing Director at Twisters Management Consulting LLC, I leverage my expertise in evidence-based management, applied psychology, data storytelling, and analytical skills to provide innovative and effective solutions for my clients. One of my unique offerings is horse-assisted coaching, which is a powerful and experiential method to enhance personal and professional development. By working with a horse and a coach on the ground, clients can gain insights into their body language, communication style, emotional intelligence, and leadership presence. I also specialize in personality assessment-at-a-distance, which is a valuable tool for due diligence, ghost negotiation, fraud investigation, and other high-stakes situations. Additionally, I have a strong background in investigative psychology and forensics, which enables me to apply behavioral analysis and profiling techniques to various security contexts.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

7 total publications

Application of artificial intelligence: risk perception and trust in the work context with different impact levels and task types

AI & SOCIETY / Jun 02, 2023

Klein, U., Depping, J., Wohlfahrt, L., & Fassbender, P. (2023). Application of artificial intelligence: risk perception and trust in the work context with different impact levels and task types. AI & SOCIETY. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00146-023-01699-w

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Ryan Howell

San Francisco , California, United States of America
18 Years Experience
Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychology, San Francisco State University
Education

University of California, Riverside

PhD, Social / Personality Psychology Division / 2005

Riverside, California, United States of America

University of California, Riverside

MA, Social / Personality Psychology / 2002

Riverside, California, United States of America

Westmont College

BSc, Psychology / 1998

Santa Barbara, California, United States of America
Experience

San Francisco State University, Department of Psychology

Associate Professor / 2012 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Human-Computer Interaction
Other Research Expertise (33)
Happiness
Psychiatry and Mental health
Clinical Psychology
History and Philosophy of Science
Applied Psychology
And 28 more
About
Dr. Ryan Howell is an Associate Professor at San Francisco State University. His research interests include the psychology of goals and how people pursue and achieve them. Dr. Howell received his PhD in Social/Personality Psychology from the University of California, Riverside in 2005.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

64 total publications

Online Privacy Breaches, Offline Consequences: Construction and Validation of the Concerns with the Protection of Informational Privacy Scale

International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction / Aug 12, 2020

Durnell, E., Okabe-Miyamoto, K., Howell, R. T., & Zizi, M. (2020). Online Privacy Breaches, Offline Consequences: Construction and Validation of the Concerns with the Protection of Informational Privacy Scale. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 36(19), 1834–1848. https://doi.org/10.1080/10447318.2020.1794626

Video conferencing during emergency distance learning impacted student emotions during COVID-19

Computers in Human Behavior Reports / Aug 01, 2022

Okabe-Miyamoto, K., Durnell, E., Howell, R. T., & Zizi, M. (2022). Video conferencing during emergency distance learning impacted student emotions during COVID-19. Computers in Human Behavior Reports, 7, 100199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chbr.2022.100199

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Jim Samuel

11 Years Experience
Associate Professor at Rutgers University
Education

Baruch College

PhD, Information Systems / 2007

New York, New York, United States of America
Experience

Rutgers University

Associate Professor / 2021 — Present

Axivest

CIO / 2012 — Present

Research Expertise (22)
Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Informatics
Machine Learning
NLP NLU NLG Behavioral Finance
And 17 more
About
Jim Samuel is an Associate Professor of Practice and Executive Director of the Informatics Program at the Bloustein School. He is an information and artificial intelligence (AI) scientist, with significant industry experience in finance, technology, entrepreneurship and data analytics. Dr. Samuel’s primary research covers human intelligence and artificial intelligences interaction and information philosophy.  Dr. Samuel’s applied research focuses on the optimal use of big data and smart data driven AI applications, textual analytics, natural language processing and artificially intelligent public opinion informatics. His expertise extends to socioeconomic implications of AI, applied machine learning, social media analytics, AI education and AI bias. Dr. Samuel completed his Ph.D. from the Zicklin School of Business, Baruch College – City University of New York, and he also has M.Arch and M.B.A (International Finance) degrees.  Dr. Samuel has worked with large multinational financial services corporations, and advises businesses and organizations on data analytics and AI driven value creation strategies. He is passionate about research driven thought leadership in AI, information philosophy, analytics and informatics. 

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Thomas O'Neill

Alberta, Alberta, Canada
11 Years Experience
Industrial and Organizational Psychologist
Education

Western University

PhD, Department of Psychology / April, 2011

London, Ontario, Canada
Experience

University of Calgary

Full Professor of Industrial and Organizational Psychology / July, 2011 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Human-Computer Interaction
Other Research Expertise (7)
Communication
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
Applied Psychology
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Social Psychology
And 2 more
About
Tom is a global research leader in the areas of high-performance teamwork, virtual team and leader effectiveness, flexible remote and hybrid work, human-autonomy teaming, conflict and conflict management, personality, and assessment. His research funding exceeds $6M and he currently leads a lab team of 15, which includes doctoral, post-doctoral, and masters candidates, as well as undergraduate students and staff members. Tom has published over 70 peer-reviewed journal articles in outlets such as Journal of Applied Psychology, Journal of Management, Academy of Management Learning and Education, Organizational Research Methods, Computers in Human Behavior, and Human Resource Management Review, and he has worked extensively to translate the science of high-performance teamwork and flexible remote work into practice through consultations, workshops, public lectures, training, software development, and other services.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

56 total publications

Cyberslacking, engagement, and personality in distributed work environments

Computers in Human Behavior / Nov 01, 2014

O’Neill, T. A., Hambley, L. A., & Chatellier, G. S. (2014). Cyberslacking, engagement, and personality in distributed work environments. Computers in Human Behavior, 40, 152–160. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2014.08.005

Prediction of cyberslacking when employees are working away from the office

Computers in Human Behavior / May 01, 2014

O’Neill, T. A., Hambley, L. A., & Bercovich, A. (2014). Prediction of cyberslacking when employees are working away from the office. Computers in Human Behavior, 34, 291–298. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2014.02.015

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Tim Osswald

36 Years Experience
Polymers Professor - University of Wisconsin
Education

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

PhD, Mechanical Engineering / January, 1987

Urbana, Illinois, United States of America

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

M.S., Mechanical Engineering / May, 1982

Rapid City, South Dakota, United States of America

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

B.S., Mechanical Engineering / May, 1981

Rapid City, South Dakota, United States of America
Experience

University of Wisconsin Madison

Professor / August, 1989 — Present

Rheinisch Westfalische Technische Hochschule Aachen

Humboldt Fellow / February, 1987 — June, 1989

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Human-Computer Interaction
Other Research Expertise (44)
Polymer Engineering
Advanced Manufacturing
Composites
Additive Manufacturing
Materials Chemistry
And 39 more
About
T. Osswald is Hoeganaes Professor of Materials at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he has been a faculty member since 1989. Osswald received the PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1987, the MS in Mechanical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in 1982, and the BS in Mechanical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in 1981. Before joining the UW-Madison faculty, Osswald was a Humboldt Fellow at the Rheinisch Westfalische Technische Hochschule Aachen. Osswald’s research interests are in the areas of processing-structure-property relationships for metals and composites, with a focus on powder metallurgy and metal injection molding. His research has been supported by the National Science Foundation, the Department of Energy, the US Army Research Office, and industry. Osswald is a Fellow of ASM International and the American Academy of Mechanics, and he has received the Extrusion Division Award, the Powder Metallurgy Division Award, and the Distinguished Teaching Award from TMS.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

117 total publications

Technical Development of Multi-Resin Three-Dimensional Printer Using Bottom-Up Method

International Journal of Automation and Smart Technology / Dec 01, 2018

Jiang, C.-P. (2018). Technical Development of Multi-Resin Three-Dimensional Printer Using Bottom-Up Method. International Journal of Automation and Smart Technology, 8(4), 173–178. https://doi.org/10.5875/ausmt.v8i4.1840

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