Research Areas
Our research group works in various areas of human-technology interaction, with a special focus on advanced interfaces and interactive systems. Explore our main research areas and discover how we are shaping the future of technology.
Human-Computer Interaction
We research how people interact with computers and digital interfaces, developing new ways for humans and technology to communicate. Our team is at the forefront of user-centered design and intuitive new interfaces.
- Adaptive Interface Design
- Human-Centered Design tools
- Gestural and Multimodal Interfaces
- User Experience (UX) and Usability
- Digital Accessibility
Human-Robot Interaction
We explore how humans and robots can collaborate and interact in natural and effective ways. Our research focuses on the social, psychological, cognitive, and physical dimensions of these interactions, with the goal of designing robots that are intuitive, ethical, and responsive to human needs.
- Social and collaborative robots
- Natural communication in human-robot interaction
- Trust and acceptance of robotic systems
- User interfaces for robot control
- Architecture design for social robots
- Emotion recognition and expressive robot design
- Educational robotics and active learning
- Robotics for developing STEAM skills
Computer Vision
We research how computational systems can interpret and understand visual information from images and videos. Our team develops innovative solutions in underwater image processing and visual analysis of industrial environments. Our research bridges theoretical foundations and practical applications, with a strong focus on projects related to the oil industry, both onshore and offshore.
- Underwater Image Processing
- Real-Time Object Detection and Tracking in Video
- Onshore and Offshore Oil Industry Applications
- Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning
Augmented Reality
We explore how augmented reality can enhance human experience and enable new ways of interacting with the physical world. We develop applications that blend virtual elements with the real environment, focusing on education, industry, and entertainment.
- Augmented reality interfaces
- Data visualization in AR
- Industrial and medical applications
- AR for training and education
Modeling & Simulation
We develop computational models and advanced simulations to understand complex behaviors and predict outcomes across various scenarios. Our techniques are applied in robotics, human cognition, and interactive systems.
- Human behavior simulation
- Cognitive modeling
- Virtual testing environments
- Digital twins and prototyping