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Research Interests
Ai is an interdisciplinary researcher interested in Gamification, Human Computer Interaction (HCI), and Experience Design. They are also passionate about Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and Education.
Employment
From 2017-2020, Ai was a Design and Audio Visual (AV) Control Systems Engineer for enterprise and entertainment solutions, utilising AR, VR and IoT technologies for new attractions at leading theme parks around the world. They also designed AV, UX and UI solutions for hybrid office spaces and smart buildings from 2020-2022.
Between 2022-2023, Ai worked as a Digital Producer at the Science Museum Group, managing the development and installation of AV elements and interactive kiosk content management system (CMS) in exhibitions and galleries. Since 2023, they have also worked as an experience designer and front-end web developer.
Contact Details
Responsibilities
2024-2025, Aston Postgraduate Research Society (APRS) Committee Member, EDI Officer
Teaching Activity
CS3ID - Teaching Assistant for final year Computer Science Interaction Design module design studios/lab sessions
KS4 Gamification and KS5 Computer Science Tutor - Working with The Brilliant Club to support students who are less advantaged to access the most competitive universities and succeed when they get there.
Education/Academic qualification
MEng, Electronic & Electrical Engineering - A Basic Study of the Physiological Effects of Sound and Music in Virtual Environments, University of Birmingham
Award Date: 11 Jul 2017
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UX & UI Design, University of Birmingham
May 2023 → Oct 2023
PhD, Gamification Models and Frameworks Using Psychophysiological Feedback, Aston University
Apr 2024 → …
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Gamification Frameworks for Behavioural Change Using Psychophysiological Feedback
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Gamification in digital healthcare: from evidence review to a novel framework for enhancing patient engagement in chronic disease management
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