Confusing mobile apps and unclear instructions can be frustrating for anyone. But imagine if these everyday annoyances weren't just inconvenient but held the potential to be dangerous. That's where ...

As a more recently established engineering program, human centered design & engineering (HCDE) may fly under the radar in ...

The Human and Sociotechnical Systems Research (HSSR) Program at NSI advances the scientific study and engineering of people interacting with technology. We design and evaluate systems that are ...

If you are interested in understanding people—how they think, behave, and interact with other people, technology, or the world around them—in order to improve their personal and professional ...

Does design guide usage, or does usage guide design? Students struggle to maintain focus, employees flinch under harsh lighting, and occupants withdraw from rigid spaces, often in response to ...

Human-centered design is crucial in healthcare—but it’s often invisible. Rooted in systems thinking, it considers the broader ecosystems that shape patient needs. Design can make or break a patient’s ...

The rapid advancement of autonomous driving technology is reshaping transportation systems. However, its widespread adoption hinges not only on technical ...

Successful technology businesses prioritize innovation and focus on designing solutions that work the way people do. Creating a culture of innovation and human-centered design may seem like distinct ...

For too long, topics like menstruation and menopause were considered taboo. Thankfully, advertising, social media—and now design—have not only helped break the silence but have empowered women to ...

The federal government plays a crucial role in providing services that citizens rely on daily, especially during significant life changes and challenges. By funding initiatives and establishing ...

“Everyone notices bad design, we maybe just don’t know to label it as such,” says Daniela Jorge, chief design officer at Capital One. “But we get frustrated when something doesn’t work the way that it ...