Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance
ISSN 2375-6314 | eISSN: 2375-6322 Peer-reviewed monthly journal devoted to serving and supporting all who explore, travel, work, or live in hazardous environments ranging from beneath the sea to the outermost reaches of space. The original scientific articles in this journal provide the latest available information on investigations into such areas as changes in ambient pressure, motion sickness, increased or decreased gravitational forces, thermal stresses, vision, fatigue, circadian rhythms, psychological stress, artificial environments, predictors of success, health maintenance, human factors engineering, clinical care, and others.
Applied Cognitive Psychology
ISSN: 088-4080 | eISSN: 1099-0720 Seeks to publish the best papers dealing with psychological analyses of memory, learning, thinking, problem solving, language, and consciousness as they occur in real world contexts. Applied Cognitive Psychology focuses on studies of human performance and basic cognitive skills in everyday environments.
Applied Ergonomics
ISSN: 0003-6870 | eISSN: 1872-9126 Applied Ergonomics is aimed at ergonomists and all those interested in applying ergonomics/human factors in the design, planning and management of technical and social systems at work or leisure. Areas covered include applications in the office, industry, consumer products, information technology and military design.
Behaviour and Information Technology
ISSN: 0144-929X | eISSN: 1362-3001 Information technology is more than just traditional computers: it includes telecommunications, office systems, industrial automation, robotics and even consumer products. Behaviour and Information Technology (BIT) deals with the human aspects of this technology and reports original research and development on the design, use and impact of information technology in all its forms.
Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications
ISSN: 1064-8046 *Available By Request
Journal intended to serve the needs of practicing human factors/ergonomics professionals who are concerned with the usability of products, systems, tools, and environments.
Humans Factors: The Journal of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
ISSN: 0018-7208 | eISSN: 1547-8181 *Available By Request Human Factors will be of particular interest to those interested in areas such as human factors/ergonomics, human systems integration, automation, robotics, human-computer interaction, transportation, health-care systems, aviation, aerospace, aging, teamwork, education and training, military systems, architecture, applied psychology, biomechanics, cognitive psychology, cognitive science, industrial engineering, neuroergonomics, and user-centered design.
IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors
*Available By Request ISSN: 2157-7323 | eISSN: 2157-7331 IISE TOEHF is devoted to compiling and disseminating knowledge on occupational ergonomics and human factors theory, technology, application, and practice, across diverse areas and using a variety of approaches. Papers cover a wide range of topics including, but not limited to the major domains of physical, cognitive, and organizational ergonomics and human factors.
International Journal of Human-Cognitive Interaction
ISSN: 1044-7318 | eISSN: 1532-7590 *Available By Request Journal emphasizes the human element in relation to the systems and contexts in which humans perform, operate, network, and communicate, including mobile apps, social media, online communities, and digital accessibility. The journal publishes original articles including reviews and reappraisals of the literature, empirical studies, and quantitative and qualitative contributions to the theories and applications of HCI.
International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics
ISSN: 0169-8141 | eISSN: 1872-8219 The journal typically covers the following areas: industrial and occupational ergonomics, design of systems, tools and equipment, human performance measurement and modeling, human productivity, humans in technologically complex systems, and safety. The focus of the articles includes basic theoretical advances, applications, case studies, new methodologies and procedures; and empirical studies.
Journal of Experimental Psychology: Human Perception and Performance
ISSN: 0096-1523 | eISSN: 1939-1277 *Available By Request Empirical studies, theoretical notes, commentary and criticism on perception, formulation and control of action and related cognitive processes, including all sensory modalities and motor systems.
Databases
Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Digital Library
The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) is an international learned society for computing, and it is the world's largest scientific and education computing society. This digital library offers full text of every article published by ACM and bibliographic citations from major publishers related to computing.
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Xplore Digital Library
Includes access to the full text of IEEE content published since 1988 with select content published since 1893 from: IEEE journals, transactions, and magazines, including early access documents; IEEE conference proceedings; IET journals; IET conference proceedings; IEEE published standards; IEEE Standards Dictionary Online.
EE Web
We reach over 15 million technologists, designers, engineers, and managers. We connect this electronics community to reliable news, authoritative analysis, industry trends, and daily information on new technology.
O'Reilly
In particular, this is a great resource to find books on specific software applications and other aspects of information technology. *To access the service, users must first register for an account on the DoD MWR O'Reilly home page.
United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission
The role that humans play in the operation of a nuclear power plant is an important consideration for ensuring nuclear safety. Human factors engineering is the technical discipline concerned with applying knowledge about human capabilities, characteristics, and limitations to the design and operation of systems. Factors that can influence human performance and affect nuclear safety include the design and layout of the control room, usefulness of the audio and visual alarm systems, lighting, use of procedures, communication, and training.
Worldwide Science
A global science gateway comprised of national and international scientific databases and portals, WorldWideScience.org accelerates scientific discovery and progress by providing one-stop searching of databases from around the world. Multilingual WorldWideScience.org provides real-time searching and translation of globally-dispersed multilingual scientific literature.
Books
Human Factors in Simulation and Training
by
Dennis A. Vincenzi (Editor); Mustapha Mouloua (Editor); Peter Hancock (Editor); James A. Pharmer (Editor); James C. Ferraro (Editor)
Human Factors in Simulation and Training: Application and Practice covers the latest applications and practical implementations of advanced technologies in the field of simulation and training. The text focuses on descriptions and discussions of current applications and the use of the latest technological advances in simulation and training. It covers topics including space adaptation syndrome and perceptual training, simulation for battle-ready command and control, healthcare simulation and training, human factors aspects of cybersecurity training and testing, design and development of algorithms for gesture-based control of semi-autonomous vehicles, and advances in the after-action review process for defence training. The text is an ideal read for professionals and graduate students in the fields of ergonomics, human factors, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, occupational health, and safety.
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Professional Associations
Applied Ergonomics Society (AES)
AES, the Applied Ergonomics Society, is a worldwide resource for the ergonomics profession dedicated solely to the support of the profession and individuals involved with improving workplace performance, quality, sustainability and employee availability. AES supports the Annual Applied Ergonomics Conference, a conference where attendees gather from around the world to share best practices with other professionals in ergonomics, healthcare, safety, human resources and risk management.
Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
The Society's mission is to promote the discovery and exchange of knowledge concerning the characteristics of human beings that are applicable to the design of systems and devices of all kinds.
IEEE Systems, Man, and Cybernetics Society
The mission of the Systems, Man, and Cybernetics Society is to serve the interests of its members and the community at large by promoting the theory, practice, and interdisciplinary aspects of systems science and engineering, human-machine systems, and cybernetics. It is accomplished through conferences, publications, and other activities that contribute to the professional needs of its members.
The Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors
A British organization whose mission is to develop and share an understanding of ergonomics and human factors, demonstrate its benefits for human wellbeing and organizational success, and bring about its adoption in everyday life
International Ergonomics Association
The mission of the IEA is to elaborate and advance ergonomics science and practice, and to expand its scope of application and contribution to society to improve the quality of life, working closely with its constituent societies and related international organizations.
Websites
Applied Research Laboratory at Pennsylvania State University
Founded in 1945 at the request of the U.S. Navy, ARL is a Department of Defense (DoD) designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) that leverages cutting-edge research and innovation to pursue our mission.
Though we are primarily sponsored by the U.S. Navy, we proudly support all of the U.S. Armed Forces and other government agencies. As a UARC, ARL maintains core technology capabilities of critical importance to our Navy sponsors. We strive to embody a culture of scientific discovery and consistently leverage our agility to adapt to evolving mission needs
Electronic Design
Electronic Design is the premier independent information source for electronics engineers that provide must-have, fully comprehensive coverage of the electronics industry through its vast network of experts. Electronic Design covers the technologies required for engineers to make the right design decisions at the right time – quickly & efficiently.
Human Factors 101
Human factors addresses what people are being asked to do (the Work and its characteristics), who is doing it (the People and their competence) and where they are working (the Organisation and its attributes).
Michigan Tech: What is Human Factors?
The field of human factors combines a number of related specializations, such as human-computer interaction, usability, UI/UX, human-centered design, engineering psychology, human-systems engineering, cognitive engineering, ergonomics, and industrial/organizational psychology. While many human factors professionals specialize in either human factors psychology or human factors engineering, others take a more balanced approach and are trained equally in both.
MIT Research Laboratory of Electronics
The Research Laboratory of Electronics (RLE) is committed to creating a stimulating and supportive environment for innovative research. As MIT’s leading entrepreneurial interdisciplinary research organization, provides: visionary leadership, vibrant intellectual communities, superior administrative services and strategically deploys resources to achieve excellence in research, education and impact.
NanoHub
nanoHUB provides modeling and simulation tools and educational materials to the world to have impact in education and research. In our endeavor we created new types of publications listed in the web of science.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Electronics and Telecommunications Portal
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) was founded in 1901 and is now part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. NIST is one of the nation's oldest physical science laboratories. Congress established the agency to remove a major challenge to U.S. industrial competitiveness at the time — a second-rate measurement infrastructure that lagged behind the capabilities of the United Kingdom, Germany and other economic rivals.
Office of Naval Research (ONR)
Through global partnerships and scientific research with industry, academia and government, ONR delivers critical, cutting-edge capabilities to the Sailors and Marines we have the privilege to serve.
Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI)
OSTI.GOV is the primary search tool for DOE science, technology, and engineering research and development results and the organizational hub for information about the DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information. It consolidates OSTI's home page and our now retired primary search tool SciTech Connect.
Science.gov
Science.gov provides access to millions
of authoritative scientific research results from U.S. federal agencies.
University of California-Berkeley Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences Research Centers and Labs
The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS) at UC Berkeley offers one of the strongest research and instructional programs in this field anywhere in the world. Our key strength is our array of cross-disciplinary, team-driven projects. The integration of EE and CS forms the core, with strong interactions that extend into biological sciences, mechanical and civil engineering, physical sciences, chemistry, mathematics, and operations research.
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