I’m currently a Master student at the Design + Augmented Intelligence (DAIL) Lab in the Department of Human Centered Design at Cornell University. I have the privilege of being advised by Dr. Saleh Kalantari, with additional guidance from Dr. Abe Davis on my committee.
As an HCI RESEARCHER , I study the design and build of interactive social computing systems in real-world contexts for vulnerable people, using AR/VR and AI technologies. My current research focuses on utilizing AR to improve indoor navigation for older adults, aiming to enhance their spatial learning and navigation skills.
Prior to Cornell, I worked as a lead UX DESIGNER for at Kuaishou Technology, where I honed my skills leading the design of user-friendly digital advertising platforms: Kwai for Business, Kwai Influencer Platform, and etc. I also I completed a Master in Architecture from UCLA and a B.S. in Architecture from Georgia Tech.
Research
AR Wayfinding for Enhancing Spatial Memory (Under Review)
Zhiwen (Calvin) Qiu, Mojtaba Ashour, Claire Zhou, Saleh Kalantari
Under Review for Advanced Engineering Informatics
The AR wayfinding app aims not only to improve wayfinding efficiency, but also to enhance older adults' spatial learning and confidence in navigating indoor environments.
A Systematic Review of AR in Wayfinding (Under Review)
Zhiwen (Calvin) Qiu, Armin Mostafavi, Saleh Kalantari
Under Review for Advanced Engineering Informatics
This systematic review of 65 studies explores AR navigation technologies in human wayfinding, revealing their potential in user experience, wayfinding performance and cognitive map development.
AR Dental Experience for Autism People (In Progress)
Serena Guo, Zhiwen (Calvin) Qiu, Bill Xu, Divya D. Suresh, Keith Green
In Extended Abstracts of CHI '24
An AI-enhanced AR system that improves social comfort of dental visits for individuals with autism that adapt to their specific needs of sensory processing disorder.
Multi-Channel Sign Language Translation (In Progress)
Hangyu Zhou*, Zhiwen (Calvin) Qiu*, Nusrat B. Nizam*, Bharath Hariharan
Target Submission to ECCV '24
A weakly supervised machine learning model that integrates visual-language pretraining and multi-visual features for automatic sign language translation (SLT) that learn from unlabeled datasets.
EncorLife is a gamified platform to assist older adults in making the transition to retirement, featuring collaborative local activities, digital social interactions, and a reminder system, with the goal of fostering social connections and reestablishing daily life structures.
Effects of Manipulated Daytime Experience on Mood, Stress and Productivity in a Work Environment
Zhiwen (Calvin) Qiu, Debbie Jung, Sydney Polando, Chloe Chen, Saleh Kalantari
Extended Abstract of EDRA 54
This study examined the effects of a modified indoor workspace with enhanced lighting features for college students suffering from mild SAD symptoms such as lack of concentration and low mood.
Zhiwen (Calvin) Qiu. 2021. Kwai Star Platform: Design and Implementation of an Influencer Marketplace System. Industrial Design Research, 1, 114-120.
The Kwai Star Platform enables advertisers to select influencers on Kuaishou Video App to accomplish their marketing goals.
Projects
UX Design for AI, 2021
Generate realistic head animations from human facial expressions
Generative AIs, Face Mapping, 2023
Make customized city maps and meet with people alike for migrant workers
Product Design, 2021
Bring augmented reality experiences to market Pigpa Restaurant
AR Product Design, 2017
A polytropos urbanism for the La Cienega & Jefferson Station, Los Angeles
Urban Design, Parametric Design, 2019
Designing promotional customer-centric graphics and landing pages
Visual & Graphic Design, 2018