ShihJung Juan | Human Computer Interaction and Augmented Reality | Best Researcher Award

Dr. ShihJung Juan | Human Computer Interaction and Augmented Reality | Best Researcher Award

Post Doctoral Researcher | National Taichung University of Science and Technology | Taiwan

Dr. Shihjung Juan is a dedicated researcher at the National Taichung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan, recognized for his scholarly contributions in the fields of knowledge management, tacit knowledge acquisition, and organizational learning behaviors. With a research portfolio comprising 8 peer-reviewed publications, 114 citations, and an h-index of 2, his work reflects a steadily growing influence within the global academic community. His studies frequently examine how individuals and organizations acquire share and utilize knowledge to enhance performance improve innovation capacity and foster sustainable competitive advantages in dynamic environments.A notable highlight of his academic contribution is his research on tacit knowledge acquisition and absorptive capability providing key insights into how knowledge seekers internalize experiential insights and convert them into higher work effectiveness. This line of inquiry contributes to the broader discourse on human resource development organizational capability building and the strategic role of knowledge in modern enterprises. His publications demonstrate methodological rigor with conceptual clarity and empirical depth that position his research as a valuable reference in management and organizational studies.Dr. Juan has collaborated with researchers across interdisciplinary domains strengthening research networks and helping advance collaborative learning and knowledge-sharing ecosystems. His co-authorship with scholars from diverse backgrounds reflects an openness to integrating multi-perspective approaches supporting both theoretical advancements and practical implications for businesses educational institutions and public sector organizations.Beyond academic publishing the societal relevance of his research lies in its potential to guide organizations in enhancing employee performance building adaptive cultures and navigating knowledge-driven challenges in the digital age. By focusing on how individuals develop absorptive capacity his work informs strategies for upskilling innovation management and cultivating learning-oriented workplaces.Overall Dr. Shihjung Juan’s scholarly trajectory showcases a commitment to advancing knowledge management research while contributing meaningful insights to support organizational growth human development and evidence-based managerial practices worldwide.

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Featured Publications

1. Juan, S. (2025). The impact of tacit knowledge acquisition and absorptive capability on individual performance: From the knowledge seeker’s perspective. Journal of Knowledge Management.

Dr. Shihjung Juan’s work advances global knowledge management practices by revealing how tacit knowledge and absorptive capability enhance individual performance and organizational adaptability. His insights support evidence-based strategies that strengthen innovation, workforce development, and sustainable competitiveness across education, industry, and knowledge-driven societies.

Paulo Dias | Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Paulo Dias | Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) | Best Researcher Award

Auxiliar with Habilitation | University of Aveiro | Portugal

Prof. Paulo Dias is a distinguished researcher at the University of Aveiro, Portugal, whose pioneering work spans 3D reconstruction, computer vision, virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR), human–computer interaction (HCI), and robotics. With an extensive record of over 506 scientific publications, he has achieved 4,802 total citations, an h-index of 33, and an i10-index of 128, reflecting a profound and sustained influence on the global research community.His work has notably advanced immersive technologies and their applications in healthcare, education, and industrial environments. Among his most cited studies is Head-mounted display versus desktop for 3D navigation in virtual reality Multimedia Tools and Applications, a landmark comparative study on immersive interaction. His research on Using virtual reality to increase motivation in post-stroke rehabilitation IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications, demonstrates his commitment to applying VR to rehabilitation and assistive technologies, enhancing patient engagement and recovery outcomes.Prof. Dias has also co-authored the influential A conceptual model and taxonomy for collaborative augmented reality IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics, providing a robust framework for understanding and designing AR-based collaborative systems. His contributions to autonomous vehicle sensor calibration, situated visualization for decision-making, and remote collaboration in industrial contexts further illustrate his multidisciplinary impact and innovation-driven research agenda.Through collaborative projects with experts such as B. Sousa Santos and B. Marques, Prof. Dias continues to bridge the gap between technological innovation and human experience, integrating digital environments with real-world problem-solving. His body of work not only advances scientific understanding but also fosters societal progress through the development of intelligent, accessible, and immersive technologies that redefine how humans interact with digital information and environments.

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Featured Publications

1.Madeira, T., Oliveira, M., & Dias, P. (2025). Reflection-aware 3D mirror segmentation and pose estimation.
Cited By : 2

2. Oliveira, S., Marques, B., Amorim, P., Dias, P., & Sousa Santos, B. (2024). Stepping into recovery with an immersive virtual reality serious game for upper limb rehabilitation: A supermarket experience for stroke survivors. In International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction . Cited By : 13

3. Madeira, T., Oliveira, M., & Dias, P. (2024). Neural colour correction for indoor 3D reconstruction using RGB-D data. Sensors, 24(13), 4141. Cited By : 3

4. Maio, R., Araújo, T., Marques, B., Santos, A., Ramalho, P., Almeida, D., & Dias, P. (2024). Pervasive augmented reality to support real-time data monitoring in industrial scenarios: Shop floor visualization evaluation and user study. Computers & Graphics, 118, 11–22. Cited By : 30

5. Marques, B., Silva, S., Maio, R., Dias, P., & Sousa Santos, B. (2024). Guidelines for designing mixed reality solutions in remote scenarios. In International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction. Cited By : 4

Prof. Paulo Dias’s pioneering research in 3D vision, virtual and augmented reality, and human–computer interaction is transforming how humans engage with digital environments. His innovations bridge science and society by driving advancements in healthcare rehabilitation, immersive learning, and industrial automation, fostering a more intelligent and inclusive digital future.