Human-Centered Intelligent Systems Lab · AImotion Bavaria · Ingolstadt University of Applied Sciences

Designing the next wave of intelligent systems with Human-centered AI

We develop AI agents that get work done, explain their actions, and keep people in control. The HCIS Lab works at the intersection of AI, systems engineering, and human–computer interaction.

Ignacio Alvarez Lab Director
Leadership

Prof. Dr. Ignacio Alvarez

Professor of Human-Centered Intelligent Systems at THI.

  • Top-Professorship, Bavaria High-Tech Agenda (2025)
  • 10+ yrs Intel Labs — Principal Engineer, Automated Driving
  • Led BMW ConnectedDrive telematics & speech
  • 160+ patents · 50+ peer-reviewed articles
  • Chair-elect, ACM AutoUI · Senior Member IEEE & SAE
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From behavioral research to road-ready pilots, we build AI that keeps people in control — and prove it works.

Driver assistance futures

Studying how automation shares control, communicates intent, and rebuilds trust when attention shifts or conditions change.

In-cabin intelligence

Multimodal monitoring, affect recognition, and wellbeing protocols that respect privacy while elevating comfort and safety.

AI safety & verification

Formal methods, simulation, and human-in-the-loop evaluation to validate algorithms before they reach public roads.