Gerard Kim - Korea University
Abstract
In this panel, I will introduce major (e.g. center level) activities in virtual/mixed reality, human computer interaction, computer graphics and other related areas in the Asian region.
I will also introduce the prospect of digital contents industry (which includes VR and MR) and the current Korean government attitude/policy toward it as an engine for future economic growth.
About the Speaker
Gerard (Gerry) Kim received his PhD in Computer Science at USC. In2006, he joined Korea Univesity as an associate professor. Prior to that, he had been a professor at POSTECH, Korea for nearly 10 years.
His research interest is in virtual and mixed reality and human computer interaction, especially in 3D multimodal interaction, presence, and VR/MR authoring tools. He has authored a book, "Designing Virtual Reality Systems: The Structured Approach" published by Spirnger Verlag in 2005.