Stories in the Rock
Multitouch based explorations of dynamic visual information spaces present unique user interface and interaction design opportunities and challenges. In this project synthesize findings from a series of human centered design studies to optimize navigation, digital annotation and exploration in a zoomable user interface, and scaffold disciplinary observation and engagement with scientific content.Learn More »
Synoptic Insect Collection
One ongoing challenge for data-intensive aquatic macroinvertebrate collection and identification is providing resources, training, and interactions with specialists so that diverse individuals can participate meaningfully as citizen scientists. A particular hurdle that limits public participation in environmental biomonitoring activities is the “taxonomic bottleneck,” which occurs when a research protocol requires non-specialists to provide accurate and reliable species identification beyond what is reasonably possible given the tools and training commonly available. Learn More »