Thommy Eriksson

Towards an Agenda for Sci-Fi Inspired HCI Research

Science fiction media has had a long lasting influence on the progression of interactive technology, however recently contradictions are emerging in the development of the two disciplines. Therefore, in this exploratory position paper we report on the insights attained through a day long workshop amongst scientists and researchers on how the collaboration between science fiction and Human Computer Interaction (HCI) can be advanced. Discussions in the workshop focused on detailing the relationship between HCI and science fiction. In conclusion, as our main contribution an action plan and agenda is presented for facilitating deeper influences amongst the two disciplines.

The next step in social networking software: the global coffee machine

With all the hundreds of digital connections professionals manage online, and with all million potential acquaintances available online, a cross-breeding between the coffee machine and a tool similar to MSN Messenger could be -- metaphorically -- like having the coffee machine in a stadium filled with thousands of people. In this workshop we would like to explore the concept of a digital tool for a new shared virtual space where online social interactions would become even more fluent, dynamic and fruitful.