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Pedro Lopes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Chicago, where he runs the Human-Computer Integration Lab. His research areas include Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Augmented Reality (AR/VR), Wearable Computing, Haptics, Neuroscience, Ecological Computing, and Robotics. He is focused on integrating interfaces with the human body, exploring paradigms that supersede wearables, such as muscle stimulation devices that allow users to manipulate tools they see and devices that leverage smell to create temperature illusions. His innovative work provides users with physical assistance through haptics and stimulation from robotic exoskeletons. Additionally, he investigates how computer interfaces can assist in promoting social change, including reducing electronic waste and creating new forms of computationally-driven recycling. Pedro has received numerous awards for his work, including the IEEE VR Significant New Researcher Award and the Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship. He is also dedicated to mentoring students at various levels, helping them progress in their academic and professional careers.
University of Chicago • Chicago, IL
Teaching and conducting research in the field of Computer Science focusing on Human-Computer Interaction and related areas.
Department of Philosophy