Hello! I'm Weiheng "Wayne" from Science Tokyo
Weiheng Hu is a doctoral student at the Institute of Science Tokyo, specializing in Extended Reality (XR), XR-facilitated design, co-design, data analysis, and experimental design. His work focuses on exploring innovative ways to integrate immersive technologies into design practices, empowering collaboration between professionals and end-users. Through hosting workshops and empirical studies in international conferences and practical settings, Weiheng has gained hands-on experience in facilitating co-creation activities that bring diverse perspectives into the design process.
Beyond his academic work, Weiheng is an avid traveler, constantly seeking inspiration from new places and cultures. He is passionate about Japanese pop music. Additionally, his fascination with the aviation industry drives him to stay updated on advancements in aerospace technology and airline innovation.
Weiheng "Wayne" HU
Ph.D Student at the Institute of Science Tokyo
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〒226-0026 横浜市緑区長津田町4259-G2-5
東京科学大学 G2棟810号室
Date of Birth:
February 24th, 1999
EDUCATION
2024-PRESENT
Doctoral Student
Institute of Science Tokyo
(Former Tokyo Institute of Technology)
Since April 2024, Weiheng has been pursuing his doctoral degree, building on his master’s thesis to further explore techniques and methodologies aimed at enhancing communication in design contexts. He looks forward to connecting with more people through international conferences and collaborative projects.
2022-2024
Tokyo Institute of Technology
Master of Engineering
In 2022, Weiheng Hu took a significant step to change his academic and personal path by moving to Japan after the global pandemic. Immersing himself in lectures on communication and design, as well as the inspiring Engineering Design Project, he not only developed a deep interest in the field of design but also built friendships with peers from around the world. His master’s research focused on gaze-sharing powered by MR technologies, culminating in a successful presentation and earning him a Master of Engineering degree.
2017-2021
Bachelor of Engineering
Xiamen University
During his undergraduate studies in the School of Informatics, Department of Artificial Intelligence, Weiheng Hu developed strong programming and software development skills. While not the top of his field, he gained solid proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, and C++, along with a foundational understanding of algorithms.
SKILLS AND LANGUAGES
Programming - Advanced
XR Developing - Advanced
Data Collection & Analysis - Proficient
English - Full professional proficiency
Chinese Mandarin - Native
Japanese - Elementary proficiency
EXPERTISE
Design
Design is one of the most historic and fundamental human activities, aimed at creating personalized, practical, and culturally meaningful products and services. Weiheng Hu draws inspiration from human-centered and participatory design theories, believing that effective communication between designers and end-users is crucial to improving design outcomes. Guided by this belief, his master’s and doctoral research focuses on advancing design methodologies through both theoretical exploration and empirical studies.
Extended Reality
Extended Reality (XR) is widely regarded as a revolutionary technology, transforming how people perceive and interact with the world. Weiheng Hu shares this perspective, believing that XR holds immense potential to enhance design practices. XR typically encompasses three key technologies: Mixed Reality (MR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR). Weiheng’s research primarily focuses on MR and VR, where he develops experimental systems using platforms like Microsoft HoloLens and Meta Quest Pro/3. By programming with Unity and leveraging advanced toolkits, he creates immersive environments tailored to explore and advance design methodologies.
Architecture
Weiheng Hu’s master’s and doctoral research are rooted in architectural design, exploring both educational and practical design contexts. His work has brought him to some international conferences in the field, where he collaborates with architects from diverse backgrounds. While not a professional architect, Weiheng has held a deep fascination with architecture since childhood, particularly Neoclassical and Gothic styles. This passion extends to urban design, where he continues to explore the interplay between architecture and its surrounding environments.
Research Projects
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
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Portfolios
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