Eduardo Velloso

Eduardo Velloso is a professor of Computer Science currently serving as a professor of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Sydney, as well as an Honorary Professor at the University of Melbourne. His research focuses on the development of novel interactive technologies, particularly in the application of human-computer interaction systems integrating Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Artificial Intelligence. His primary research interests include eye tracking, body-based interaction, machine learning, and cognitive state inference. He has published papers in multiple top-tier international conferences and journals and has received Best Paper Awards in fields such as ACM CHI and TOCHI.

• 2024 – Present·University of Sydney·Professor of Computer Science
  • Leading research in human-computer interaction, focusing on social user experiences and novel interaction models.
• 2023 – 2024·University of Sydney·Associate Professor
  • Conducted research on adaptive interfaces for Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality.
• 2019 – 2023·University of Melbourne·Senior Lecturer
  • Participated in research projects on Artificial Intelligence and cognitive interaction.
• 2017 – 2019·University of Melbourne·Lecturer
  • Led the development of cognitive state inference systems combining thermal imaging and eye tracking.
• 2016·Microsoft Research, Socio-Natural User Interface Center·Researcher
  • Studied user interaction technologies based on natural body movements.

• 2011 – 2015·Lancaster University·PhD (Computer Science)
  • Research focused on body-based interaction and eye tracking technologies.
• 2006 – 2010·Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro·Bachelor’s Degree (Computer Engineering)
  • Investigated the foundations and applications of computer engineering, including the development of hardware and software systems.