HUMAN-IST INSTITUTE

Human-IST (Human Centered Interaction Science and Technology) aims to develop and evaluate new interface technologies that are usable, useful, and appealing to a broad section of people, and compatible with sustainability criteria. It is dedicated to research and training in Human-Centered Digitalisation and Interaction Science & Technology combining expertise coming from several disciplines such as computer science, psychology, law and sociology.

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TWO PAPERS PRESENTED AT ACM ASSETS AND SUI 2025

Yong-Joon Thoo presents two new research papers on co-located shared AR for low-vision rehabilitation

PhD candidate Yong-Joon Thoo presented two peer-reviewed publications at ACM ASSETS 2025 and ACM SUI 2025, introducing new shared augmented reality approaches designed to support low-vision rehabilitation…

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HAPPY EVENT

Happy @ Uni Fribourg? Exploring Digital Tools for Mental Health: From Apps to AI Companions

Marisa Tschopp and Simon Ruffieux from Human-IST invite students to examine how digital technologies, from mental health apps to AI-based companions, are shaping emotional support and well-being.

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BIG DATA & SOCIETY: SPECIAL ISSUE

New publication and special issue on the controversiality of AI

A new special issue of Big Data & Society, co-edited by Prof. Jobin, examines how Artificial Intelligence becomes controversial and critically analyses the dynamics and implications of AI controversies.

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Masters at Human-IST

Digital Neuroscience Master

The new Specialised Master in Digital Neuroscience creates a new professional figure spanning both the neuroscience and digital sides, by using a truly interdisciplinary approach. 

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Digital Society Master

The master’s minor programme Digital Society focuses on the social dimensions and consequences of digital technology in contemporary societies. 

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Professorships

Resilient Systems

Human-Computer Interaction

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Human-IST Minisites

Discover the "living" platform for Human-IST members to publish the most up-to-date information about their research and teaching activities.

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Research in Human-Computer Interaction

Research in Resilient Systems

Digital Society Studies