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About Me

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Resume

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Works

Demos and Presentations

Education

Experiences

Skills

Achievements

Connect with me

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Welcome! I am Saumik, a multidisciplinary Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) researcher and master’s student at the University of Washington in the Department of Human Centered Design and Engineering (HCDE). My passion lies at the intersection of Tangible User Interfaces, Extended Reality (AR/VR), and Design Futures.

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I am a results-driven UX Researcher specializing in mixed-methods research. My work is grounded in designing innovative user interfaces, games and storytelling agents.

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With a deep interest in interactive storytelling, embodiment, shared culture and understanding, and accessibility, I have successfully published multiple papers at flagship HCI conferences.

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My toolkit spans research methods such as Qualitative, Quantitative, Experimental Research and Usability Studies, coupled with technical proficiency in tools like Figma, Unity, LaTeX, Qualtrics, Arduino, and programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++. I am also skilled in prototyping methods, including 3D design and printing, laser cutting, and wireframing.

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My dedication to advancing design, technology, research, and their awareness, is matched by my optimism, guided by the belief that

“Relentless optimism is what moves the world forward.” -Apple in Perspective

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Works

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Work

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Demos and Presentations

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common::ground Demo Video

common::ground Demo Video

UMEVERSE Final Presentation and Showcase

UMEVERSE Final Presentation and Showcase

KaavadBits Explainer Video

KaavadBits Explainer Video

PERSONA ONE Concept Video: choose-your-own story by clicking the appropriate end card

PERSONA ONE Concept Video: choose-your-own story by clicking the appropriate end card

bUPI Corporate Launch Video Concept

bUPI Corporate Launch Video Concept

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Education

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University of Washington

Master of Science, Human Centered Design and Engineering

Sep 2024 - June 2026

Seattle, United States

Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology

Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science and Design

Dec 2020 - June 2024

New Delhi, India

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