The COVID-19 pandemic is a threat to global health and prosperity unprecedented in recent history. It creates a wide array of challenges, both urgent and long-term, that will require novel solutions.
The HCIL is an interdisciplinary group of researchers dedicated to transforming the experience of technology. Join us to make connections and make a difference with two days of hacking and camaraderie, with virtual talks from special guest speakers, including Ben Shneiderman, Jenny Preece, and Sarah McGrew!
Projects are encouraged in:
- Improving visualizations
- Supporting hygiene and safety
- Combating racism and disparity
- Enabling connection and socializing
- Propagating information
- Combating misinformation
- Ensuring accessibility
- Enabling caretaking
- Engaging kids in virtual education
