With the growth of data and technologies, visual analytics platforms have been extended from ordinary personal computers to different environments such as large and high resolution displays, portable devices and virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) or both. Immersive visual analytics have been considering one of the potential approaches for analysing and manipulating large data sets. Large immersive systems may not be suitable for individual analysts due to their size, complexity and the lack of portability. Portable immersive environment, such as Microsoft Hololens, gives the users holograms real-world context and scale, allowing them to interact with both digital content and the world around them. The device could open a new research direction in analysing large information interactively and in real time in the personalised and immersive environment.

This project looks at a new way to use supporting technologies in virtual reality and augmented reality to support the large scale visual analytics. The specific objectives of this research are to

* Investigate new interactive visualisation platform for VR and AR environment.

* Integrate and expand knowledge in information visualisation, artificial intelligent with technologies to enable personalised visualisation.

* Develop new methods and algorithms that enables the natural interaction and data manipulation in the immersive environment.

* Evaluate the effectiveness of the visual analytics

What does the scholarship provide?

* Domestic students receive a tax-free stipend of up to AU$30,000 per annum for up to 3 years, and a funded place in the doctoral program.

* International students receive a tax-free stipend up to AU$30,000 per annum. Outstanding students may be awarded a Tuition Fee Waiver valued at approximately AU$24,000 per annum for up to 3 years.

Selection Criteria The successful candidate must have:

* A bachelor degree with First Class Honours, OR a Masters Degree with research experience (including research publications).

* A strong background in the field of computer science or related degrees.

* High-level of interest and knowledge in Visualisation, Human-Machine Interaction or Data Science are preferred.

* High-level of programming skills.

* Must satisfy Western Sydney University's English language requirements.

How to Apply

* Applicants should discuss their eligibility and the project with Doctor Quang Vinh Nguyen (q.nguyen@westernsydney.edu.aumailto:q.nguyen@westernsydney.edu.au) before submitting the application, including sending CV, academic transcripts, and publications.

* Submit a scholarship application form, CV, and all other relevant supporting documentation to the Graduate Research School (grs.scholarships@westernsydney.edu.au).

* Applicants should ensure that all relevant documents are certified according to Western Sydney University requirements. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

* If you have any queries regarding the application process or enrolment, please contact the Graduate Research School at grs.scholarships@westernsydney.edu.au; +61 2 4736 0966.

Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

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-- Best Regards,

Dr. Quang Vinh Nguyen | Senior Lecturer in Visual Analytics School of Computing, Engineering & Mathematics, and MARCS Institute Room: ER.G.18 (Building ER), Parramatta Campus Phone: +61 2 9685 9328 Email: q.nguyen@westernsydney.edu.au Homepage: http://staff.scem.westernsydney.edu.au/~vinh/

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