Hamed S Alavi

Hamed S. Alavi is an Assistant Professor at the University of Amsterdam and a founding member of the Digital Interactions Lab. He is a renowned scholar in the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), particularly known for his pioneering work in the emerging interdisciplinary research area of "Human-Building Interaction." His research focuses on the intersection of interaction technologies, architecture, and urban design, exploring how ubiquitous computing and intelligent environment technologies can enhance user experience, health, and well-being in the built environment. His research topics span a wide range, including living labs, indoor air quality prediction, open-plan office space design, and classroom orchestration tools for collaborative learning support. He has published numerous high-impact papers in leading international journals and conferences.

• Current | University of Amsterdam | Assistant Professor
  • Founding member of the Digital Interactions Lab, focusing on the fields of Human-Computer Interaction and Human-Building Interaction, exploring intelligent environments, ubiquitous computing, and related areas.
• [Before 2019]·University of Fribourg·Researcher
  • Worked at the Human-IST Research Institute, leading projects related to "Human-Building Interaction," living labs, and intelligent environments.

• [Time Period Unknown]·[Institution Name Unknown]·PhD
  • Specialized in Human-Computer Interaction and related fields.