Dr. Andrew Dillon

Biography

Andrew P Dillon is a psychologist and information scientist specializing in the human social use of information and digital technologies. His research encompasses usability, acceptance of new tools, and information sharing communication, particularly in business and educational environments. He collaborates closely with designers to ensure that human factors are integrated into the design process, effectively translating psychological perspectives into actionable design recommendations and implementation strategies. Dillon has published extensively on topics such as web behavior, digital genres, and user evaluation methods, addressing the challenges posed by new technologies to support users effectively. He has provided consultation in industry across Europe and is a strong advocate for the new field of information studies focusing on the organization, interaction, and curation of information resources. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in psychology, and his research interests span internet use, human performance technology, digital design, human-computer interaction, usability, social informatics, and online learning.

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