About me

Greetings! I am Harri Siirtola, a researcher and Senior Research Fellow within the Multimodal Interaction Research Group (MMIG) at the TAUCHI Research Center, Tampere University. With a background that includes an M.Sc. and a pre-doctoral degree in Computer Science, I have furthered my expertise through a Ph.D. in Interactive Technology, leading to my current role as a Senior Research Fellow in Interactive Technology.

At the core of my academic pursuits lies a passion for information visualization, particularly the interactive aspects that shape our understanding of data. I actively contribute to the work conducted within the MMIG at the TAUCHI Research Center, where we explore cutting-edge developments in the realm of multimodal interaction.

Beyond my primary research focus, I am engaged in diverse areas such as programming, user interfaces, and usability engineering. This approach allows me to comprehend the interplay between various facets of technology, fostering a comprehensive understanding of its ever-evolving landscape.

A distinctive feature of my research is the collaborative spirit that extends beyond the confines of Computer Science. By seeking collaboration with experts from fields like genetics, medicine, sociology, journalism, education science, and linguistics, I aim to enrich the impact of information visualization, transcending disciplinary boundaries.

Outside the academic arena, my heart lies with instruments designed by legends Leo Fender and Les Paul, constituting my dearest hobby. This serves as another creative outlet, providing a counterbalance to research and academia.