Collaborative Research Center

SFB-TRR 161

Quantitative Methods for Visual Computing

We are living in a data society in which data is generated at amazing speed; individuals, companies, organizations, and governments are on the brink of being drawn into a massive deluge of data. The great challenge is to extract the relevant information from vast amounts of data and communicate it effectively.

Typical scenarios include decision and policy making for urban and environmental planning or understanding relationships and dependencies in complex networks, e.g., social networks or networks from the field of bioinformatics. These scenarios are not only of interest to specialized experts; in fact, there is a trend toward including the broad public, which requires the information to be presented in a reliable, faithful, and easy-to-understand fashion.

Visual computing can play a key role in extracting and presenting the relevant information.

In visual computing research the aspect of quantification is often neglected. The SFB-TRR 161 seeks to close this gap.

The long-term goal is to strengthen the research field by establishing the paradigm of quantitative science in visual computing.

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SFB-TRR 161 Events

Nov 5th, 2024, 9 am - 12 pm

Online

WS | Inclusive Leadership Training (for PLs, postdoctoral and doctoral researchers)

Held by:

Eva Schörgenhuber, factor-D Diversity Consulting GmbH

Abstract:

Leading a diverse research team successfully can be a challenge at first. Inclusive leaders express appreciation and trust to grow, in order to strengthen collaboration and to use the diversity (of perspectives) in their teams effectively– because an inclusive work environment promotes creativity, innovation and productivity.
Based on an anti-bias approach, the offered Inclusive Leadership Training guides participants to fulfil their role as leaders more consciously. The workshop focuses around the following topics:
•    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): Definition and dimensions as well as barriers to implementation
•    Unconscious biases: examples (aha effects)
•    Unconscious bias as a barrier to an inclusive culture, with special consideration of the university context
•    Characteristics of an inclusive culture and principles of an inclusive leadership style
•    Strategies, tools and options for inclusive leaders
•    Personal implementation plan: What will I take away? What will I implement or change?

The workshop is designed to be interactive and includes a mix of theoretical input, discussion, individual and group exercises.

Bio:

Eva Schörgenhuber is trainer and consultant for diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies at factor-D. Her professional experience covers the development of strategies in the area of ​​equality and organizational culture in the HR sector, project management, scientific research and teaching at universities in Austria and the USA, international lectures and publications in the field of cultural studies, and national and international media work. She is an expert for diversity concepts and strategies in organizations and higher education areas, such as universities, organizational culture and equality issues, and multicultural exchange and collaboration.

Registration:

Please register via email to claudia.widmann@uni-konstanz.de

Location:
The talk will be available online. The link will be provided to the participants.

Nov 6th, 2024, 1.30 pm - 3 pm

University of Konstanz

Talk | Eye-Hand Symbiosis as a new interaction paradigm in HCI

Held by:

Ken Pfeuffer, Aarhus University, DK

Abstract:

Throughout the evolution of human-computer interfaces, from keyboards and mice to touchscreens and 3D gestures, most interfaces have been designed primarily for hand-based interaction. Recently, however, new interfaces that incorporate both eye and hand input have emerged, particularly in Virtual Reality (VR) headsets, offering an experience unlike anything seen before in the history of computing. In this talk, I will explore the evolution and scientific foundations of eye-hand interaction, along with recent advances and their potential impact on the future of human-computer interaction (HCI).

Bio:

Ken Pfeuffer is an Assistant Professor at Aarhus University, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) with a focus on virtual (VR) and augmented reality (AR) and eye-tracking to explore the future of input and interfaces. He did his PhD at Lancaster University and postdoc at Bundeswehr University, with internships at Microsoft and Google Research. Ken’s work, recognized with awards at top-tier venues like UIST, SUI, and CHI, has been highly influential, with companies like Apple/Meta incorporating concepts in their AR products.

Location:

University of Konstanz, Room ZT1204 (Data Theatre)

Nov 25th, 2024, 4 pm - 6 pm

LMU Munich

Lecture | tbd

Held by:

Bahador Bahrami, LMU

Location:

LMU Munich, Room: tbd

The lecture will be transmitted to the University of Stuttgart, Visualization Research Center (VISUS), Room: 00.012. and to the University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702.

All doctoral researchers are asked to take part in the events of the lecture series.

Dec 2nd, 2024, 4 pm - 6 pm (has to be moved to a different Monday!)

University of Konstanz

Lecture | tbd

Held by:

Nina Tahmasebi, University of Gothenburg, Sweden

Location:

University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702

The lecture will be transmitted to the University of Stuttgart, Visualization Research Center (VISUS), Room: 00.012.

All doctoral researchers are asked to take part in the events of the lecture series.

Dec 9th, 2024, 4 pm - 6 pm

University of Stuttgart

Lecture | tbd

Held by:

Margret Keuper, Universität Mannheim

Location:

University of Stuttgart, Visualization Research Center (VISUS), Room: 00.012University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702

The lecture will be transmitted to the University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702

All doctoral researchers are asked to take part in the events of the lecture series.

Jan 13th, 2025, 4 pm - 6 pm

University of Stuttgart

Lecture | tbd

Held by:

Kenan Bektas, Universität St. Gallen

Location:

University of Stuttgart, Visualization Research Center (VISUS), Room: 00.012University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702

The lecture will be transmitted to the University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702

All doctoral researchers are asked to take part in the events of the lecture series.

Jan 20th, 2025, 4 pm - 6 pm

LMU Munich

Lecture | tbd

Held by:

Thomas Kosch, HU Berlin

Location:

LMU Munich, Room: tbd

The lecture will be transmitted to the University of Stuttgart, Visualization Research Center (VISUS), Room: 00.012. and to the University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702.

All doctoral researchers are asked to take part in the events of the lecture series.

Jan 27th, 2025, 4 pm - 6 pm

LMU Munich

Lecture | tbd

Held by:

Felix Putze, Universität Bremen

Location:

LMU Munich, Room: tbd

The lecture will be transmitted to the University of Stuttgart, Visualization Research Center (VISUS), Room: 00.012. and to the University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702.

All doctoral researchers are asked to take part in the events of the lecture series.

Feb 3rd, 2025, 4 pm - 6 pm

University of Stuttgart

Lecture | tbd

Held by:

Jürgen Bernard, Universität Zürich

Location:

University of Stuttgart, Visualization Research Center (VISUS), Room: 00.012University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702

The lecture will be transmitted to the University of Konstanz, Room: ZT 702

All doctoral researchers are asked to take part in the events of the lecture series.

Oct 6th - 7th, 2025, full days

HdbL Herrsching

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