UCF's Own Prof. Waldemar Karwowski Honored with 2023 AAAS Fellowship for Ergonomics Research

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Waldemar Karwowski, a Pegasus Professor at the University of Central Florida (UCF), has been awarded a 2023 fellowship by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). This fellowship recognizes his contributions to the field of human factors and ergonomics, particularly in improving human-system interactions. Karwowski chairs the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Systems at UCF’s College of Engineering and Computer Science.

His election as an AAAS Fellow acknowledges his work in human performance modeling and simulation in complex systems. Karwowski's research integrates engineering, management, psychology, and neuroscience, making significant strides in understanding human-environment interactions. This fellowship not only recognizes his scientific contributions but also supports his continued influence in the field.

The AAAS Fellowship is a notable honor that marks significant achievements in various scientific disciplines. In 2023, Karwowski is among 501 fellows recognized across 24 fields. The fellows will be formally acknowledged at an event in Washington, D.C., on September 21, during the 150th anniversary celebration of the AAAS, where they will receive a certificate and a commemorative pin.

Karwowski also explores neuroergonomics, a field merging neuroscience and ergonomics to study the brain's role in human cognition and its limits. He co-founded and serves as the field-chief-editor for the Frontiers in Neuroergonomics journal, contributing to this emerging area of research. His work aims to improve understanding of brain functions in daily activities and enhance human performance.