Kaoru Seki

HCI Researcher

Hello, World 👋

My name is Kaoru. I'm a master's student in Human-Centered Computing and working as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), and it's lovely to meet you.
Check out my work below.

I am applying for HCI Ph.D. programs for 2026.

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Student-Driven AI Policy

I investigate how HCC students use generative AI in design education and collaborate with them to develop student-authored AI policies that align with their needs and learning experiences.

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Sensemaking in Immersive Analytics Systems

I evaluate a VR-based immersive analytics system to understand how multimodal data visualizations support collaborative, inquiry-based learning and user sensemaking in educational contexts.

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CiviConnect

I design solar-powered, self-healing mesh Wi-Fi to underserved communities, providing affordable, sustainable internet access from rural villages to refugee camps and bridging the digital divide.

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