Martin Schmitz

Martin Schmitz is a scholar specializing in human-computer interaction and currently serves as a professor at the HCI+MR Lab at the University of Koblenz. His research focuses on mixed reality, haptic technologies, digital fabrication, human-machine interfaces, and collaborative creation systems. He is dedicated to developing human-centered computing systems that enhance harmony and efficiency in human-machine collaboration. His academic work has received multiple awards at prestigious international conferences such as CHI and UIST, demonstrating his outstanding academic influence. Martin Schmitz holds a PhD in Computer Science from Technische Universität Darmstadt and has held research and lecturer positions at renowned academic institutions, including Saarland University, the University of Copenhagen, and the University of Glasgow.

• 2025–Present·University of Koblenz·Professor
  • Leading the HCI+MR Lab, focusing on mixed reality and human-computer interaction research.
• 2022–2025·Saarland University·Senior Researcher and Lecturer
  • Worked at the Human-Computer Interaction Lab under Professor Jürgen Steimle.
• 2021–2022·University of Glasgow·Affiliate Researcher
  • Worked at the SIRIUS Lab led by Mohamed Khamis and Karola Marky.
• 2019–2022·Technische Universität Darmstadt·Postdoctoral Researcher and HCI Group Lead
  • Worked at the Telecooperation Lab under Professor Max Mühlhäuser.
• 2013–2018·Technische Universität Darmstadt·Research Assistant (Doctoral Student)
  • Researched human-computer interfaces based on 3D printing, earning a doctorate with distinction.

• 2011–2013·Technische Universität Darmstadt·Master’s Degree (Computer Science with Minor in Psychology, Visual Computing)
  • Graduated with honors.
• 2008–2011·Technische Universität Darmstadt·Bachelor’s Degree (Computer Science)
  • Graduated with "excellent" distinction.