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Human Computer Interaction Professors and Supervisors in Canada
Professors in human computer interaction in canada
186 professors found
Professor
Simon Fraser University
Canada
Research Interests
Human-robot Interaction
Computer Graphics
Virtual Reality
Human-computer Interaction
3d Visualization
Associate Professor
Western University
Canada
Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Neuropsychology
Haptic
Human-computer Interaction
Anatomical Science
York University
Canada
Research Interests
Ergonomics
Computer Graphics
Human-computer Interaction
Gesture Recognition
Motor Control
Associate professor
École de technologie supérieure
Canada
Research Interests
Computer Graphics
Medical Imaging
Human-computer Interaction
Mixed Reality
Multisensory Integration
Assistant Professor
Lakehead University
Canada
Research Interests
Human-robot Interaction
Internet Of Things
Human-computer Interaction
Human Activity Recognition
Distributed Sensing
Assistant Professor
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Canada
Research Interests
Computer Graphics
Human-robot Interaction
Virtual Reality
Human-computer Interaction
Motor Imagery
Assistant Professor
University of Calgary
Canada
Research Interests
Human-robot Interaction
Cognitive Neuroscience
Virtual Reality
Perception Psychology
Human-computer Interaction
University of Waterloo
Canada
Research Interests
Illustration
Educational Technology
User Experience Design
Visualization Techniques
Human-computer Interaction
Université de Sherbrooke
Canada
Research Interests
Human-robot Interaction
Artificial Intelligence
Mobile Robotics
Gesture Recognition
Human-computer Interaction
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Living costs in Canada
Estimated costs in Canada.
MonthlyYearly | Canada |
|---|---|
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | C$1.6k $1,200/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | C$979 $720/yr |
 Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | C$1.3k $960/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | C$11.4k $8,400/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
University of New Brunswick
Canada
Research Interests
Cloud Computing
Physical Geography
Data Privacy
Spatial Analysis
Security And Privacy
University of Manitoba
Canada
Research Interests
Human-robot Interaction
Industrial Automation
Mobile Robotics
Teleoperation
Social Robotics
Simon Fraser University
Canada
Research Interests
Industrial Automation
Human-robot Interaction
Swarm Intelligence
Collaborative Robotics
Robotics
Opportunities these professors hire for
Omar AL-Buraiki
Algoma University
Canada
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1 month ago
Algoma University (Brampton Campus) is advertising funded MSc thesis-based positions for Winter 2027 in research areas spanning AI-enabled computer vision , robotic intelligence , 3D-SLAM , robotic perception , human-computer interaction , human-robot interaction , and data-driven / learning-based control design . The positions are led by Omar AL-Buraiki , Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Computer Science and Technology at Algoma University. The post emphasizes cutting-edge research at the ...
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Should I email professors before submitting my PhD application?
Yes. A well-targeted email can significantly improve your chances in many research-based programs.
What should I include in my first email to a professor?
A brief introduction, research interests aligned with the professor’s work, CV, and (if available) publication links.
How long should I wait before following up with a professor?
Typically 7–14 days. One polite follow-up is considered acceptable.
Is it better to send the same email to many professors?
No. Personalized emails that clearly match the professor’s research receive far better response rates.
Do I need a full research proposal when contacting professors?
Usually not initially — a short research summary is sufficient unless the professor specifically requests a full proposal.