Jeffrey Bardzell

Indiana University Bloomington, Indiana University, Pennsylvania State University

Papers

Total Citations

116

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About

Jeffrey Bardzell is a leading scholar at the intersection of human-computer interaction (HCI), design research, and critical theory. His work is distinguished by its deep engagement with the complexities of everyday life, exploring how technology shapes—and is shaped by—intimacy, sexuality, and human experience. Bardzell’s major contributions include pioneering research on technosexuality, where he critically examines the role of sex robots and intimate technologies in society, as seen in his highly cited work "Of Dolls and Men" (71 citations). He also advances the field of explainable AI (XAI) with innovative concepts like "Graspable AI," which proposes physical forms as new modalities for making AI systems understandable to users. His notable study of the Nabaztag rabbit ambient device further demonstrates his ability to blend empirical analysis with cultural critique. With a career marked by interdisciplinary rigor, Bardzell’s work has profoundly influenced how researchers and designers think about technology’s role in personal and social life, making him a vital voice in contemporary HCI.