A mixed sensor smart chair system for real-time posture classification and chronic low back pain detection
19th September, 2023 – 23:30 UTC (8:30 KST on 20th September) IEA is thrilled to present an exciting new webinar, organized by the MSD Technical Committee. In this engaging session, Professor Woojin Park, a distinguished expert in Industrial Engineering from Seoul National University, will delve into the latest breakthroughs and methodologies for real-time posture classification. Date and […]
The future of work and the challenges for HFE from the UK perspective
Aug 29, 2023 12:00 Universal Time UTC This IEA webinar will again delve into the challenges that Human Factors and Ergonomics professionals may encounter as the future unfolds, this time from the unique perspective of the United Kingdom. This engaging session will be presented by two esteemed professionals in the field, Nigel Heaton and Rob […]
Impact Grants
FPE announces the availability of the 2023/2024 Impact Grants that aim to support small projects in the quest of developing professional ergonomics around the world. The funding preference will be given, but not limited to, applicants from the developing countries (as defined by United Nations) or proposals that help develop or grow professional ergonomics in the developing […]
IEA/Kingfar and IEA/Tsinghua Awards Announced
On behalf of the IEA Executive Committee, Past President and Awards Chair Dr. Kathleen Mosier is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2021 IEA/Kingfar Award and the IEA/Tsinghua Award. The IEA/Kingfar award is given in recognition of outstanding student research in human factors / ergonomics (HFE) issues in industrially developing countries (IDCs). The purpose […]
IEA Webinar on Human-Robot Interaction Available on YouTube
The recent IEA Webinar on Human-Robot Interaction is now available on You Tube: Human factors and ergonomics are crucial topics for the future development of robotic technologies. The application of diverse robotic technologies in different settings such as manufacturing, healthcare, and others is increasing steadily. In particular, robotic systems that closely interact with humans […]
Recent IEA Society Activities in Spanish-Speaking Countries
Revision of Core Competencies in Human Factors and Ergonomics
IEA has published a new version of “Core Competencies in Human Factors and Ergonomics.” This revision of the IEA Core Competencies was commenced in 2017 following an update of all the other IEA documents relating to professional certification. The first phase involved communication with some of the original authors and informal discussions at various IEA council meetings […]
