Xiaoyi Wang

Assistant Professor · Department of Computer Science · Shantou University

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Xiaoyi Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Shantou University, China. He received his Ph.D. in Human–Computer Interaction from the University of Copenhagen under the supervision of Kasper Hornbæk and his M.Sc. in Digital Media from the University of Bremen, where he worked with Rainer Malaka and Jan Smeddinck. After completing his Ph.D., he worked as a consultant at the United Nations before returning to academia.

His research lies at the intersection of Human–Computer Interaction and Artificial Intelligence. He investigates how human-centered theories, methods, and interactive systems can improve the transparency, interpretability, and practical use of AI. His recent work focuses on explainable large language models, behavioral modeling, AI-supported mental health and professional training, as well as human performance in immersive environments.

Research Interests

Human–Computer InteractionHuman-Centered AIInteractive AI SystemsHuman Behavior ModelingVirtual and Mixed Reality

Opportunities Contact me

I welcome motivated undergraduate and graduate students interested in human-centered AI, large language models, AI for mental health, and immersive interaction to join our research group and explore the next generation of intelligent interactive technologies. If you would like to join us, please send a brief introduction, your research interests, and your CV by email.

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Current Research

MIAdvisor visual analytics interface

AI for Mental Health

LLM-assisted systems for understanding therapy conversations, supporting counselor training, and evaluating the emotional fidelity of synthetic dialogue.

PersonalityLens interactive analysis interface

Explainable and Interactive AI

Interactive methods that connect AI outputs to dialogue context, human behavior, and established theories so people can interpret and use them responsibly.

Selected Publications