Philipp Wintersberger

Research group:

The Intelligent User Interface research group aims to improve AI system usability by designing innovative, safe, and reliable interfaces for diverse areas such as mobility, industry, healthcare, sustainable behavior, workplaces, and personal life. With the ubiquitous presence of technology, developing cohesive strategies for interacting with devices, services, and applications is essential. Our research group utilizes reinforcement learning, computational rationality, or generative AI to design, implement, and evaluate next-generation interfaces. We focus on managing user attention, accurately modeling human behavior, and dynamically adapting interfaces to align with users’ unique contexts, goals, and ongoing activities. 

Short bio:

Philipp Wintersberger is a Professor of Intelligent User Interfaces at IT:U. He leads an interdisciplinary team of scientists working on research projects funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG), and industry partners. His work focuses on human-machine cooperation in safety-critical environments, including automated vehicles, robotic and industrial systems, and AI-supported workplaces. Dr. Wintersberger has (co)authored numerous works published in major journals and conferences, such as ACM CHI, ACM IUI, AutomotiveUI, and Human Factors, and his contributions have earned several awards. He is a founding member of SIGCHI Austria and serves on the ACM AutomotiveUI steering committee. 

AI with a Purpose: Our team is dedicated to creating a future where AI and automated systems seamlessly integrate into daily life, enhancing productivity and performance while respecting individual values and promoting well-being. 

Philipp Wintersberger