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Hala is a UX Researcher and Human-Centered Engineer at Nissan North America, currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Engineering with a focus on automotive systems and mobility at the University of Michigan. She blends expertise in psychology, social science, and design to create user-centered experiences that meet both physical and psychological needs in the automotiveRead more

Hasan Vatansever has served as a Software Architect at Scania Group for the past 7 years, where he has played a key role in shaping the design and development of advanced UX and UI applications for next-generation vehicle systems. His work spans infotainment platforms, navigation solutions, and in-cabin digital experiences, with a focus on creatingRead more

Juliette is a Product Engineer specializing in HMI at Nexteer Automotive with over four years of experience designing user interfaces for automotive systems. Previously, she advised on HMI and human factors at CNXMotion and worked as a Systems & HMI Engineer at Saab. She holds a PhD in Computer Science focused on human-machine interaction fromRead more

James Rampton is a Lecturer III at the University of Michigan School of Information, where he teaches courses in UX, Interaction Design, Human Behavior in Design, and Automotive User Experience. He also serves on the Faculty Senate and the undergraduate curriculum committee, helping shape the future of design education. With over a decade of experienceRead more

Terrence Wilson is currently the Director of Lighting and External Systems at Scout Motors Inc., based in Detroit. Previously, he was the Global Director of Innovation at Magna International for over six years, where he led teams in developing and launching cutting-edge automotive lighting technologies. With a solid foundation in engineering and over 16 yearsRead more

As an engineering manager with over two decades of experience in both automotive and aerospace engineering, my journey has been shaped by a commitment to innovation. Throughout my career, I’ve specialized in developing software solutions for infotainment systems and autonomous car programs, collaborating with various OEMs. Beyond my leadership role, I find fulfillment as aRead more

Tony Kim founded ProtoPie and took responsibility for design. Have over 20 years of experience in interaction design and user experience design: I joined Google China in 2010 and then transferred to Google Korea in 2012. Before Google, I worked at NHN Korea and NHN China for 4 years and a half. Throughout his career,Read more

Ana Schmitz-Fuentes is Head of Production Smart Mobility and HR & Internal Communications Events. She joined we.CONECT Global Leaders GmbH in 2021. She studied Education & English at UMCE in Santiago de Chile.Read more

Ana Schmitz-Fuentes is Head of Production Smart Mobility and HR & Internal Communications Events. She joined we.CONECT Global Leaders GmbH in 2021. She studied Education & English at UMCE in Santiago de Chile.Read more

Dr. Bao is a human factors researcher who has led and conducted multiple, large, simulator and naturalistic-driving studies for industry and government sponsors. Her areas of expertise include the statistical analysis of crash datasets and naturalistic data, vulnerable road user safety, experimental design, algorithm development to identify driver states and movement, evaluation of driving-safety technologies,Read more