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Human-Computer Interaction Lab
AbbreviationHCIL
Formation1983
FounderBen Shneiderman
HeadquartersHornbake Library, College Park, Maryland
Parent organization
University of Maryland, College Park
AffiliationsUniversity of Maryland College of Information Studies, University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies (UMIACS)
Websitehcil.umd.edu

The Human–Computer Interaction Lab (HCIL) at the University of Maryland, College Park is an academic research center specializing in the field of human-computer interaction (HCI). Founded in 1983 by Ben Shneiderman, it is one of the oldest HCI labs of its kind.[1] The HCIL conducts research on the design, implementation, and evaluation of computer interface technologies. Additional research focuses on the development of user interfaces and design methods.[2] Primary activities of the HCIL include collaborative research, publication and the sponsorship of open houses, workshops and annual symposiums.[3]

Being interdisciplinary in nature, HCIL collaborates on a broader basis with several academic departments and schools, with faculty and students from Information Studies, Computer Science, Education, English, Business, and Psychology.[4][5] Currently, the lab is jointly supported by the College of Information Studies (iSchool) and the University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies (UMIACS).[2]

Research affiliated with the HCIL has led to several landmark computer design principles based on Schneiderman's theory of direct manipulation. Early research contributions on hypertext, particularly hyperlinking, are UI design principles that are still widely used by computers today.[6][7]

Current[when?] work includes new approaches to information visualization, interfaces for digital libraries, multimedia resources for learning communities, and zooming user interface (ZUIs). HCIL pioneered[citation needed] technology design methods with and for children, mobile and pen-based computing, and instruments for evaluating user interface technologies. Its projects are showcased at the annual Human-Computer Interaction Lab Symposium.[8]

As of December, 2020, the lab is directed by Niklas Elmqvist. Its previous directors are Ben Shneiderman (1983-2000), Ben Bederson (2000-2006), Allison Druin (2006–2011), Jen Golbeck (2011-2015), Mona Leigh Guha (interim director 2015), and June Ahn(2015-2016).

Contributions

HCIL researchers developed high-precision touchscreen applications, including small keyboards that are now widely used on smartphones. Early information visualization research on dynamic queries led to the commercial Spotfire product and the treemapping strategies.[citation needed]

Later contributions included research on designing technology for children, network analysis and visualization using NodeXL, and event analytics[9] for electronic patient histories.

Events and Outreach

HCIL collaborates with other departments, centers and labs on campus. It hosts academic and industrial visitors, and works closely with project sponsors.[10]

Notable current and former members

References

  1. ^ "Biography | Niklas Elmqvist, Ph.D." Retrieved 2020-12-08.
  2. ^ a b "HCIL Overview". Retrieved December 2, 2020.
  3. ^ "Event Archive – HCIL". Retrieved 2020-12-06.
  4. ^ "Collaborating Groups and People – HCIL". Retrieved 2020-12-08.
  5. ^ "Faculty – HCIL". Retrieved 2020-12-08.
  6. ^ Marchionini, G.; Shneiderman, B. (January 1988). "Finding facts vs. browsing knowledge in hypertext systems". Computer. 21 (1): 70–80. doi:10.1109/2.222119. ISSN 1558-0814. Retrieved 2020-12-08. {{cite journal}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |1= (help)
  7. ^ "The Invention of Hyperlinks". Psychology Today. Retrieved 2020-12-08.
  8. ^ "2020 Symposium – HCIL".
  9. ^ "EventFlow: Visual Analysis of Temporal Event Sequences and Advanced Strategies for Healthcare Discovery – HCIL".
  10. ^ "Faculty – HCIL".
  11. ^ "Past Members and PhD Alumni – HCIL".
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