The future of human-centred technology research with real-world applications
The Wearable Computer Lab pushes the boundaries of how humans interact with complex systems—developing technologies that make difficult problems more understandable, actionable, and collaborative. Our work sits at the intersection of human–computer interaction, visualisation, systems design, and immersive technologies, exploring how emerging technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and intelligent interactive systems can improve trust, confidence, experience, and support human sensemaking in complex environments.
Our research investigates how people analyse, interpret, and act on large and often messy data sources. We design and build interactive systems that integrate visualisation, spatial interaction, and AI-enabled analysis, enabling users to explore data in ways that are intuitive, collaborative, and grounded in real-world contexts. These systems range from immersive analytics platforms and digital twins, to robotics and cyber systems, to interactive decision-support tools that support tasks such as planning, monitoring, and training.
A key focus of the lab is applied research conducted in close partnership with industry and government, ensuring that our work addresses real-world challenges. We collaborate with organisations across sectors including defence, mining, forestry, agriculture, and health, translating advances in immersive technology and visual analytics into practical tools that support better decision-making.