Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), FHNW School of Computer Science

In the Human–Computer Interaction (HCI) research field, we investigate how people interact with digital systems — today and in the future. Our goal is to design interactions and interfaces that are natural, user-friendly, and intuitive. To achieve this, we work with a wide range of modern technologies and employ diverse modalities and forms of interaction:

• Eye tracking to analyse visual attention

• Voice interaction to control systems through spoken language

• Speech interaction and conversational interfaces with virtual assistants and companions

• Gesture-based interaction for touchless interfaces

• Projection-based interactive displays

• Brain–computer interfaces to capture cognitive states and intentions

• Adaptive displays

• Human–AI interaction to design comprehensible and trustworthy AI systems

• Human–robot interaction, including social robots and workplace robotics

• Ubiquitous computing, embedding digital technologies seamlessly into everyday life

• Information and data visualisation: development of visual representations of complex content or datasets to make information understandable, accessible, and interpretable — including both static visualisations and interactive dashboards

Our approach is interdisciplinary. We combine computer science, cognitive science, design, and ethics to develop technologies aligned with users’ needs.

In our projects, we design, develop, and evaluate innovative, human-centred interaction solutions — for example in health, education, work, leisure, industry, and public spaces.