Christer Karlsson
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Christer Karlsson is a prominent researcher in the fields of human-computer interaction, ubiquitous computing, and mobile communication. His work explores how technology mediates social presence and awareness, particularly through location-sharing systems. Karlsson’s most-cited paper, “Where Are You?” (2007, 95 citations), investigates the social implications of location-based services, revealing how people negotiate privacy, autonomy, and connectedness in mobile contexts. This study has become foundational for understanding the design of context-aware technologies that respect user agency. Beyond this, Karlsson has contributed to the development of lightweight, privacy-sensitive tools for maintaining interpersonal awareness, shaping how researchers and practitioners think about “calm” or peripheral interaction. His research is widely cited in the CSCW, CHI, and mobile HCI communities, reflecting its lasting impact on both academic theory and real-world system design. Karlsson’s work continues to influence how we design technologies that support intimate, everyday connections without overwhelming users.
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- 1Where Are You?95 citations · 2007