Sensory Perception & Interaction Research Group

University of British Columbia

Dilan Ustek

I received my B.A. in Computer Science from Grinnell College in 2013. I then worked in the industry as a software developer until I realized that I was interested in the design of interfaces and how humans interacted with them: a.k.a Human-Computer Interaction. I joined the SPIN lab to do a Masters where I can combine my computer science background with my interests in design and psychology. 

Year Departed: 
2017

Iman Brouwer

Year Departed: 
2004

Jih-Shiang Chang

Year Departed: 
2011

Ricardo Pedrosa

Year Departed: 
2007

Joseph Luk

Year Departed: 
2006

Jocelyn Smith

Year Departed: 
2005

M.J. Shaver

Year Departed: 
2003

Salma Kashani

I completed my undergraduate study in the Environmental Design program at the University of British Columbia (UBC). During my experience, I focused on designing spaces that would encourage human interaction to create stronger communities. However, I realized the gap between the traditional architecture and technology. I recognized technological knowledge as a major tool that can provide me with the ability to shape and influence my surrounding environment. As a result, I decided to continue my studies as a master student in the Electrical and Computer Engineering department at UBC. Later, my interest in computer science, design and the psychology of human behaviour led to my collaboration with the SPIN lab.

And then I lived happily ever after :)

Year Departed: 
2018