Matthew Louis Mauriello

University of Maryland, College Park, Stanford Medicine, University of Delaware

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Matthew Louis Mauriello is a leading researcher at the intersection of human-computer interaction, sustainable HCI, and health informatics. His work explores how emerging technologies—from infrared thermography to robotic furniture—can be leveraged to promote energy conservation and healthier behaviors. Mauriello’s foundational research on thermography in energy auditing (29 citations) demonstrated how falling sensor costs and improved IR cameras could revolutionize building energy diagnostics, offering a practical pathway to reduce the 41% of U.S. primary energy consumed by buildings. He later pioneered the concept of “non-volitional behavior change” with his “Haunted Desk” project (12 citations), using everyday robotics to automatically adjust sit-stand desks—nudging users toward healthier postures without requiring conscious effort. This work was extended in a cross-cultural study (5 citations) examining shared autonomy systems to combat sedentary behavior in both the United States and India. Mauriello’s contributions are notable for blending technical innovation with behavioral science, creating interventions that work with—rather than against—human apathy. His research has been recognized for its potential to scale sustainable and health-promoting practices, making him a key voice in designing technologies that subtly shape our environments for the better.