Augmented Library (GY)

The Augmented Library team has two goals:

1. Research, prototype, and test practical ideas that ultimately help NYU students navigate the library, discover resources, learn about upcoming library events, reserve a study room, and more. Students will have the option to contribute to existing work or to research, test, and develop new features. This goal also encourages students who have participated in Hack Dibner to continue working on their ideas to improve library service. 
2. Encourage students to engage in research that applies critical and ethical perspectives to technology. Students are invited to research and create informational materials (such as zines, video essays, infographics, etc.) on topics similar or related to those explored during Dibner Discussions. 

Students on the team have previously worked on: 

• Using augmented reality to help navigate the library and visualize library spaces 
• Reimagining the room reservation system
• Developing a book recommendation tool based on materials in the library 

Possible ideas for future work might include: 

• Creating augmented reality signage to display event flyers for library events 
• Writing a zine that explores an ethical consideration regarding generative AI 
• Developing an augmented or virtual reality tour of the library

This team will meet on Fridays from 3 - 4 PM. When applying, make sure that your schedule can accommodate this meeting time. Students interested in joining the Augmented Library team should also include a proposal for the type of research and/or project you would like to pursue.

Methods & Technologies

• Literature review
• Science communication
• Prototyping and user experience design
• Augmented reality
• Qualitative and quantitative research methods
• Accessibility and universal design
• Content creation

Faculty Advisor

• Hebah Emara
• Email: he2156@nyu.edu