MARCH 3–7, 2025
New Human Interfaces
A hands-on exploration of new and unexplored human-machine interfaces.
The way we use, interact, and interface with technology is always changing. With the advent of accessible and easy-to-use AI tools, we are seeing these changes develop at an unprecedented rate. What new and unexplored interfaces might we experience next?
In this week-long workshop, you will collaborate with leading researchers, early career researchers, technologists, and innovators from across disciplines to discuss the intersection of artificial intelligence, ethics, embodied cognition, and advanced interface design. There will be inspiring panels from leading experts, a multi-day hackathon, and deep-dive discussions on ideas encountered throughout the week.
There will be opportunities for continued support for ideas developed during the workshop. This includes avenues to publish in the IMI journal, mentoring, fostering research collaborations, and to develop technology that prioritize accessibility, real-world impact, and user-centric design.
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
MONDAY, 3 March 2025
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Poster Session, Reception, Keynote Speakers & Discussions
17:00 - 18:00 JST: Early career researchers are invited to bring posters to discuss their latest results, ideas, and projects during a catered reception
18:00 - 18:20 JST: Workshop introduction + overview by Dr. Olaf Witkowski & Dr. Alyssa Adams
18:20 - 19:00 JST: Keynote panelist talks
Keynote Panelists
Joseph La Delfa
Jan "Bastian" Zakolski
19:00 - 20:00 (or later) JST: Keynote panelist Q&A + discussion
TUESDAY, 4 March 2025
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Augmentation Hackathon (Part 1)
18:00 - 20:00 (or later) JST: This session will begin with opportunities for hackathon participants to share more details about their proposed hackathon ideas. Other participants can ask questions and seek clarification with the goal of finalizing groups. Once groups are finalized, participants will work together to brainstorm, design, and develop new solutions.
WEDNESDAY, 5 March 2025
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Augmentation Hackathon (Part 2)
14:00 - 16:00 (or later) JST: Hackathon participants continue to work in groups on their ideas.
THURSDAY, 6 March 2025
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Augmentation Hackathon Presentations & Discussion
12:00 - 13:00 JST: Hackathon participants wrap up work on their ideas-in-progress.
13:00 - 14:00 (or later) JST: Hackathon participants will present and discuss their ideas to the group. Discussion about continuing projects + opportunities to submit to the IMI journal will follow.
FRIDAY, 7 March 2025
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Keynote Speakers & Discussions
10:00 - 10:40 JST: Keynote panelist talks
Keynote Panelists
Dr. Daniel Helman
Dr. Pattie Maes
10:40 - 12:00 (or later) JST: Keynote panelist Q&A + discussion
ABOUT NEW HUMAN INTERFACES
New Human Interfaces is the fifth annual workshop by Cross Labs, this year held virtually from March 3 – 7, 2025. For those interested in attending, please contact Alyssa Adams or Olaf Witkowski.