Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) research drives the activities of a prominent institute located in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, Portugal. This interdisciplinary field integrates expertise from Computer Science, Psychology, Social Sciences,
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and Design to address significant scientific and technological challenges. The Madeira Interactive Technologies Institute (M-ITI) plays a pivotal role in enhancing the understanding of human experiences and interactive technologies through a combination of both basic and applied research that meets real-world needs.
Established as a non-profit innovation institute, M-ITI emerged from a collaboration between Carnegie Mellon University and the Government of Portugal. It has evolved since its conception in 2000, transitioning to a research group in 2007, and being recognized as an Innovation Institute in 2010. M-ITI has also been involved with the National Associated Laboratory for Robotics and Systems in Engineering (LARSyS) since 2011 and was designated a Public Utility Institute in 2015.
The institute emphasizes education through programs like the PhD in Networked Interactive Cyber Physical Systems and the Digital Media Doctoral Program. Collaborations with academic institutions and industry partners foster projects that explore technology's potential to enhance human communication, contributing to a sustainable future aligned with European social values.
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