Faculty

I am an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science Department at Western University, where I also lead the Human-Centered Computing Group (HCCG). Additionally, I hold adjunct positions in Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo and in User Experience Design at Wilfrid Laurier University. Previously, I served as an Assistant Professor in the User Experience Design program at Wilfrid Laurier University. I hold a MASc and PhD in Systems Design Engineering from the University of Waterloo.

My research investigates how interactions with technology shape user experiences, influence decision-making, and enhance digital awareness. Along with my team, I develop innovative human-centered metrics employing a combination of predictive analytics, empirical performance evaluations, self-reported scales, and behavioral observations. My primary focus areas include entertainment computing—covering video games and associated social technologies; human-AI interaction, emphasizing metrics for evaluating human-centered AI; and the study of human-system interactions within complex sociotechnical environments. Utilizing a multidisciplinary approach, our work seeks to deepen our understanding of human-technology interactions and foster the creation of more intuitive, effective, and ethically responsible digital environments.

Contact

Department of Computer Science
Faculty of Science
Middlesex College, MC 365
Western University, London ON N6A 5B7
519-661-2111 ext. 86962
urehman6@uwo.ca