Kelsey Hochgraf

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Kelsey Hochgraf’s research sits at the vibrant intersection of multiagent systems, feedback control, and choreographic art, exploring how engineered dynamics can shape human movement. Her most notable contribution is the Flock Logic project, an art-and-engineering collaboration that translates the mathematical feedback laws of animal flocking—typically used to model birds or robots—into a framework for guiding groups of dancers. By designing interaction rules and real-time feedback, Hochgraf creates tools that allow choreographers to orchestrate collective motion with precision and creativity. Her work demonstrates that the same principles governing decentralized coordination in nature and robotics can inspire new forms of human expression. Though her citation counts are modest—with her seminal 2012 paper “In the dance studio: Analysis of human flocking” garnering 21 citations and a 2014 follow-up earning 13—the impact of her research is felt across disciplines, influencing both engineers and artists. Hochgraf’s unique ability to bridge technical rigor with artistic practice makes her a pioneering figure in the emerging field of human-swarm interaction, offering a compelling model for how STEM can enrich the humanities.