Dr. Jun Hu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jun Hu is an Associate Professor at the Eindhoven University of Technology, focusing on Design Research and Social Computing. He serves as the Scientific Director of the Engineering Doctorate program, emphasizing the design of human-system interaction within the Department of Industrial Design. With over 360 peer-reviewed publications and an H-Index of 38, Hu's research interests span Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and industrial design, along with design education. He has coordinated the TU/e DESIS Lab as part of the DESIS Network, which concentrates on design, social innovation, and sustainability. Hu has held significant positions, including Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Jiangnan University and Guest Professor at Zhejiang University. He chairs the working group on 'Aesthetics Empowerment' under the IFIP Technical Committee on Entertainment Computing. Hu's work promotes health and well-being through pervasive technology, designing systems to enhance social connectedness, empower individuals with data-driven self-care, and facilitate biofeedback and creative engagement in healthcare and education.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven

Teaching and research in Design Research and Social Computing.

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

Specific departments like Industrial Design require a portfolio. Programs like Data Science and AI require a GRE-General test for certain international backgrounds.