This research views the UML-S as a content addressable memory. The research applies theories of human cognition to information retrieval. Currently, the implications of applying ACT-R and the rational analysis of human memory to information retrieval are being explored.
EMERGENCY CARE IS A COMPLEX ADAPTIVE SYSTEM
This research views emergecy care as a complex adaptive system. The multi-agent simulation is being used to develop dashboard displays for the emergency department and to study resouce allocation strategies.
SEMANTIC WEB
Given a network of thousands of wired and wireless heterogeneous sensors, how can the sensors be discovered and dynamically utilized for applications that might not have been anticipated on initial deployment?
BIOMEDICAL DATA VISUALIZATION
The focus of this research was the development of an interactive defibrillation simulation known as DefibViz which utilizes data visualization techniques to allow for exploration of voltage gradients throughout the human torso.
DATA VISUALIZATION OUTREACH
The focus of this research was the interdisciplinary development of data visualization tools for pedagocial use and high-school outreach.