Emotion, Health, Personalization and User Empowerment: LIFeS Research Aligned with GranDIHC-BR 2025-2035

• Vânia P. A. Neris Federal University of São Carlos http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4059-8700
• Paula M. Souza Federal University of São Carlos https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5221-8859
• Alessandro C. Borges Federal University of São Carlos / Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Southern Minas Gerais https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0433-8933
• Alex Sandro R. Ancioto Federal University of São Carlos https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1803-4279
• Evandro Y. A. Ribeiro Federal University of São Carlos https://orcid.org/0009-0003-1599-3658
• Grasiane C. Silva Federal University of São Carlos / Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Southern Minas Gerais https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9698-2314
• Gustavo L. Dominguete Federal University of São Carlos https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1925-6316
• Stefane M. Rodrigues Federal University of São Carlos https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4958-5893
• Vanessa C. Alves Federal University of São Carlos https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1960-4213

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/ihc_estendido.2025.16220

Abstract

Introduction: The Grand Challenges in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) in Brazil (GranDIHC-BR 2025-2035) shed light on the future of HCI research in Brazil and worldwide. In this context, the Flexible and Sustainable Interaction Laboratory (LIFeS) has been working to advance the state of the art, particularly in topics related to personalization and user empowerment. Objective: This position paper presents a synthesis of the group's research, relating it to the challenges, and summarizes reflections for the future. Methodology: The text, constructed collaboratively, presents the group's own vision. Results: The group's research can be considered examples of actions, aligned with GranDIHC-BR 2025-2035, aiming to seek collaborations and support advancement in the field.

Keywords: Future of HCI, Collaboration, Design models, Mental health, Education

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