D. Scott McCrickard

D. Scott McCrickard is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Virginia Tech and the Co-Director of the university's Human-Centered Design (HCD) program. His research focuses on notification systems and their design and evaluation, aiming to balance the costs and benefits of task interruptions while optimizing user attention management. His work spans applications in health and fitness, assistive technologies, outdoor activities, workplace systems, and educational settings. He leads the "Technology on the Trail" research initiative, exploring the applications of technology in outdoor activities and its impact on personal and social relationships. Scott is also actively involved in teaching and community service, dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the field of computer science.

• 2000–Present·Virginia Tech·Associate Professor
  • Specializes in research within the Human-Computer Interaction field, leading the "Technology on the Trail" initiative, along with teaching and community outreach.
• 2012·NCWIT Organization·Research Mentor
  • Awarded the NCWIT Undergraduate Research Mentoring Award through guidance of research activities for women and underrepresented students.

• 2000·Georgia Institute of Technology·Ph.D.
  • Computer Science
• 1995·Georgia Institute of Technology·M.S.
  • Computer Science
• 1992·University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill·B.S.
  • Mathematical Sciences (focus on Computer Science)