Dr. Richard Arias-Hernandez | Archival Science | Best Researcher Award
Associate Professor of Teaching, The University of British Columbia, Canada
🌟 Richard Arias-Hernandez is an Associate Professor of Teaching at the School of Information at the University of British Columbia, Canada. With a strong interdisciplinary approach, Richard combines insights from systems engineering, industrial engineering, and science and technology studies to explore the intersection of human cognition and visual analytics. His innovative work in collaborative visual analytics and human-computer interaction has made a significant impact in academia and beyond.
Publication Profile
Education
🎓 Richard holds a Ph.D. in Science and Technology Studies from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he deepened his understanding of the material basis of cognition in visual analytics. He also earned an M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering and a B.Sc. in Systems and Computer Engineering from Universidad de Los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia. His diverse academic background equips him with a broad perspective in both technical and cognitive sciences.
Experience
💼 Since July 2013, Richard has been serving as an Associate Professor of Teaching at the University of British Columbia. His role involves both academic research and teaching, focusing on the integration of cognitive processes into visual analytics. His previous roles include a significant contribution to research and conference presentations in the interdisciplinary space between cognitive science, engineering, and technology.
Research Focus
🔬 Richard’s research focuses on the cognitive and social aspects of visual analytics, emphasizing how technology can augment human reasoning processes. He explores collaborative visual analytics, cognitive amplifiers, and human-computer interaction, offering insights into how tools can enhance human cognition and decision-making. His work bridges the gap between cognitive science and data visualization, providing critical advancements in the field.
Awards and Honors
🏆 Throughout his career, Richard has received recognition for his contributions to visual analytics and human-computer interaction. While specific awards and honors are not detailed in the current profile, his widely-cited publications and research collaborations highlight the influence of his work.
Publications Top Notes
Pair analytics: Capturing reasoning processes in collaborative visual analytics
Visual analytics as a translational cognitive science