With his background in Computing Science (M.Sc.) and Industrial Design Engineering (Ph.D.), his research focuses on product and service development for ambient assisted living. His expertise is in user-centered design methodologies, experience-sampling, social networking interfaces for caregivers, motivational and persuasive interfaces and awareness displays. Towards prolonging independent living and improving quality of life, his goal is to facilitate collaboration and communication between seniors, their community, their family caregivers and professional caregivers.