2026 HCDE Research Showcase
Tuesday, April 28
University of Washington Club
4:30 – 6 p.m.
Pre-reception 4-4:30 p.m. for presenters and invited guests
The HCDE Research Showcase highlights ongoing work by faculty, research scientists, postdocs, PhD students, and undergraduates in the University of Washington's Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering. This event is designed to build community around HCDE research and foster conversation across our community of students, alumni, friends, and the broader UW community.
Showcase attendees will explore posters and interactive project demos and have the opportunity to speak with researchers across HCDE’s research clusters and topic areas.
This event is open to the public, with light refreshments and a cash bar available.
Preview the research
Explore the full program, including lightening talks, posters, authors, and research areas.
View digital programSchedule
| 4 p.m. | Pre-reception for presenters and invited guests |
| 4:30 p.m. | Open to the public, mingle and connect |
| 5:15 p.m. | Welcome and introductions |
| 5:20 p.m. | Lighting talks |
| 5:30 p.m. | Mingle and explore research posters |
Getting here
Public transit
It’s easy to reach campus by using the Link right rail (Husky Stadium stop), or by bus. Use the Husky Union Building (HUB) as your destination, which is across from the UW Club.
By bike
The Burke-Gilman Trail runs right through the UW on the east and south sides of campus, providing several access points to the campus.
By car
Parking on campus is limited to specific lots and requires a visitor's permit or one of many paid parking plans. Padelford is the closest parking lot and Central Garage is the most accessible.