We design interactions that harmonize technology with nature through experimental approaches that blur the boundaries between AI, ecology, and design.

IDEF
AIecologydesignIDEFlab

Research Themes

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Interaction Design

Advancing HCI through the lens of enactive cognition. Specializing in participatory UIs for the critical acceptance of unverified information and designing human-AI interactions that foster an eco-centric future.

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Sustainability

Designing service concepts and digital platforms that promote sustainable behaviors, energy-saving attitudes, and environmental awareness (e.g., carbon footprint evaluation).

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Healthcare

Redesigning public health communication diagrams, medical charts, and interactive infographics to improve information accessibility and reduce cognitive load for patients and consumers.

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Learning and Information Design

Developing visual formats and interactive platforms (such as 2D metaverse avatars) to enhance learning competency and effectively convey complex scientific or financial data.

Recent Publications

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Kim, M., & Hahn, Y. (2025). Balancing children's play with plastic–materialistic character toys. Nordes 2025: Relational Design.

Gim, M., & Hahn, Y. (2024). The Effect of 2D Metaverse Avatar Tracing on Improving Learning Competency. Journal of the HCI Society of Korea, 19(4), 59-76.

Hahn, Y., Oh, B., & Hwang, I. (2023). A layered approach to designing public health communication diagram for improved information accessibility. Proceedings of the IASDR 2023 Congress: Life-Changing Design. Milan, Italy.