Dr. Hodrien is a Psychologist who received his PhD in Applied Psychology at the University of Salford. His PhD focused on user experience of prosthetics, with recent research (THINKlab, University of Salford) focusing on assessment of an immersive VR crowd-control simulation and usability of a multi-agency collaboration platform (MOBILISE project).
Professor Fernando (Director of the THINKlab at the University of Salford) is experienced in conducting multi-disciplinary/international research programs. His research focuses on disaster management, collaborative working environments, building simulation, urban simulation, and smart cities.