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Speaker

Lena Wirtz

Research Associate, ika RWTH Aachen

Lena Wirtz is a Research Associate at Institute for Automotive Engineering (ika), RWTH Aachen University. With a background in Computer Engineering, she specializes in conducting research within the field of HMI development. She has been involved in diverse projects on the topics of trust in Automation, HMI in automated driving and the study of driver distraction. Currently, Lena is actively engaged in a public research project focused on developing inclusive human machine interfaces for automated shuttles as a novel mode of mobility in public transport.

Company

ika RWTH Aachen

As part of RWTH Aachen University, the Institute for Automotive Engineering (ika) researches the complete vehicle including its systems and their interactions. From the initial idea to innovative component and system concepts to vehicle prototypes, the Institute's staff actively design solutions for tomorrow's mobility. To this end, we work together in public and bilateral projects with and for manufacturers and suppliers with an automotive focus to ensure that future mobility will continue to be safe, efficient and attractive.