Human-Computer Interaction Institute

The Human Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) creates immersive AR/VR learning tools that let K‑12 students explore scientific concepts through real‑time gaze and motion tracking, and develops AI‑driven phishing detection services that monitor user behavior to block malicious

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Funding

Funding not disclosed

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Founders

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Product

Problem

Many children lack access to engaging, interactive science learning tools that can convey complex concepts effectively, while millions of internet users remain vulnerable to sophisticated phishing scams that exploit human‑computer interaction weaknesses.

Solution

The Human‑Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) develops mixed‑reality educational experiences that let children explore scientific phenomena through immersive AR/VR interfaces, turning abstract ideas into hands‑on interactions. In parallel, HCII designs phishing detection and protection services that analyze user behavior and content cues to identify and block malicious attempts in real time. Both efforts are grounded in three decades of research, with systematic impact tracking that informs iterative design, policy recommendations, and broader adoption. By integrating cutting‑edge interaction techniques, AI‑driven security analytics, and rigorous user studies, HCII delivers tools that improve learning outcomes and online safety across diverse populations.

Target Audience

Primary users include K‑12 educators and curriculum developers seeking immersive science tools, as well as enterprises, schools, and public‑sector organizations that require scalable phishing protection for their users.

Features

Immersive AR/VR applications for K‑12 science curricula, featuring real‑time gaze and motion tracking to adapt content to learner actions
AI‑enhanced phishing detection engine that monitors interaction patterns and visual cues to flag suspicious messages before user engagement
End‑to‑end encryption and privacy‑preserving data pipelines for secure collection of usage analytics
Impact measurement framework that logs educational gains and security incident reductions, supporting evidence‑based policy and funding decisions
Interdisciplinary research pipeline linking HCI, cognitive science, and security to continuously refine interaction designs and threat models
Open APIs and toolkits that enable educators and organizations to integrate HCII’s XR modules and phishing safeguards into existing platforms