We present the results of a design case study focusing on supporting the daily transportation
of elderly in Germany. We conceptualized, developed and studied the appropriation of a …

Music is a natural partner to human-computer interaction, offering tasks and use cases for
novel forms of interaction. The richness of the relationship between a performer and their …

Background: Redesigning electronic medical record (EMR) systems is needed to improve
their usability and usefulness. Similar to other artifacts, EMR systems can evolve with time …

This paper presents a semiotic approach to the phenomenon of appropriation, focusing on
the tension between technology design and the users' practice. On the one hand, we focus …

With respect to physical fitness, activity and wellbeing, digital games are often considered as
“screen-time”, which reduces healthy physical activities, often causing the player to sit down …

This thesis investigates how individuals can develop, exercise, and maintain autonomy and
freedom in the presence of information technology. It is particularly interested in how …

This thesis concentrates on understanding people's daily interactions with urban
technologies and the role they play in everyday life by investigating use practices for the on …

La importancia que se le ha dado a las tecnologías de la información y las comunicaciones
(TIC) en el sector educativo ha venido creciendo considerablemente. Cada vez más se …

Applying persuasive system design to different cultures has been a focus of many
researchers as the global medium of communication has been centered within Smartphone …

Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) are digital versions of traditional paper-based patient
records. EMR systems are computer systems used to record, retrieve, and manipulate …