In the first event of the MAGICS Talks series in 2025, we’ll be delving into digitally augmented clothing with Professor Yu Xiao, who is leading the Wearable Systems Lab at Aalto University: How garments can transform into interactive, data-rich experiences capable of monitoring our well-being. First, director Marcus Korhonen from Aalto Studios will introduce MAGICS. The presenter of the event is journalist Sonia Zaki, Uusi Juttu.
16.30 Opening words | journalist Sonia Zaki, Uusi Juttu
16.33 What is MAGICS and MAGICS Talks | director Marcus Korhonen, Aalto Studios
16.50 Bridging Reality and Virtual World: Smart Garments as Digital Interface | professor Yu Xiao, Aalto University
17.10 Panel discussion | Sonia Zaki and Yu Xiao
17.30 Event ends
Audience can send their questions and comments to the panel via Presemo. You can watch a recording of the event in Vimeo.
Professor Yu Xiao, leader of the Wearable Systems Lab in Aalto University, stands at the forefront of the intersection between wearable technology and human-centric design, driving innovation that bridges the digital world with our everyday lives. Her research focuses on the Internet of Things (IoT), smart garments, and sensor-based applications that enhance health, well-being, and beyond.
At the core of her research is the commitment to harness technology as a force for positive societal impact. Her team’s visionary prototypes emphasize practicality and user-friendliness, ensuring that technological advancements never lose sight of the human experience. She is deeply interested in collaborative projects where engineers, designers, and artists unite under a shared goal: to enrich daily life through inventive digital capabilities.
Director Marcus Korhonen Marcus manages the overall operations of Aalto Studios and is the CTO of MAGICS.
The MAGICS Talks are organised by the host universities of the MAGICS national infrastructure for human in the digital world. Please follow the MAGICS website for more details.
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