Current Themes
beyondReal - augmented reality & information
We can build environments that supply us with the information we need when we need it. By adding visual, auditory, and tactile feedback to our existing environments we can make a new world, but how well does it work?
contextSystems - a framework for the future
The design of conflict resolution and resource allocation systems frequently involves redundant software development. We have developed systems for the design and implementation of context aware applications - without any code.
foodLab - the Kitchen as the laboratory of the future
A kitchen isn’t very different from a research lab; there are lots of tools and material and they all need to be combined in a very precise way. By looking at how we use the kitchen we look at a much larger world than we might at first imagine. CounterIntelligence Webpage
mobileCollaboration - sharing with mobile devices
With a cell phone in every pocket, mobile technology provides high-end hardware for anyone at anytime. In what ways can we use this technology to share ideas? Collaboration software provides for communication beyond the phone call.
placeMap - architecture for user centered mapping
Maps have served a variety of purposes throughout history. We are building a theoretical approach that constructs maps focused on the user’s point of view. Our goal is to reaffirm the role of the map as an organizational tool for space.
considerateThings - awareness in everyday things
Adding intelligence to objects allows our household gadgets to be more helpful. By looking at the limitations of the target domain we can add an appropriate awareness of context in devices to support more informed behaviors.
takeTurns - interruption awareness in technology
Today’s multitasking environments require high concentration and high cognitive loads. An increasing number of applications are competing for people’s attention; putting people at risk of being interrupted constantly.
- CarCoach
- MouseTrack: A web-based Usability Tool
- Interruption Manager
- Predicting Web Interruptibility
- Studies in Disruptive Interruptions
- EngagementTracker
- Cellular Interruption
votingTech - design & technology for better voting
Many have criticized the voting process as flawed. This does not mean that new technologies are quick fixes. We focus on using design and evaluation to understand what about voting can be fixed with technology - and what can’t.