Sarah Sharples

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• workRoom A44 Coates Building
  University Park
  Nottingham
  NG7 2RD
  UK
• work0115 951 4196
• sarah.sharples@nottingham.ac.uk

Biography

Professor Sarah Sharples is a Professor of Human Factors in the School of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Nottingham and Head of the Human Factors Research Group. She completed her PhD in 1999 on methodological and theoretical issues in the assessment of participants' experiences of virtual environments. She has been a researcher, research manager or grant holder on a number of industrial, government and EU funded projects, including a long term programme of research for Network Rail examining implications, design and implementation of novel interfaces for railway control and use of rail simulation for human factors research. She is a CI in the MATCH IMRC, Horizon Digital Economy Research hub and Training Programme Manager of the Horizon Doctoral Training Centre. She has supervised PhD students in a range of areas, including situation awareness in virtual environments, impact of automation, use of handheld technologies and development of 3D information displays. She is a registered ergonomist, and her main areas of interest and expertise are Human-Computer Interaction, cognitive ergonomics and development of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies for examination of interaction with innovative technologies in complex systems. She is Associate Dean of the Graduate School for the Faculty of Engineering.

Research Summary

Human Factors of visualisation technologies, Human factors in rail, Interface design for handheld computing, Human factors of geospatial science

Recent Publications

• SHARPLES, S., MARTIN, J., LANG, A., CRAVEN, M., O'NEILL, S. and BARNETT, J., 2012. Medical device design in context: a model of user–device interaction and consequences Displays. 33(4-5), 221-232
• BALFE N, WILSON JR, SHARPLES S and CLARKE T, 2012. Development Of Design Principles For Automated Systems In Transport Control. Ergonomics. 55(1), 37-54
• CRUNDALL, D., CRUNDALL E., BURNETT, G., SHALLOE, S. and SHARPLES, S., 2011. The impact of map orientation and generalisation on congestion decisions: A comparison of schematic-egocentric and topographic-allocentric maps Ergonomics. 54(8), 700-715
• MILLEN, L., EDWARDS, T., GOLIGHTLY, D., SHARPLES, S., WILSON, J.R. and KIRWAN, B., 2011. Systems change in transport control: applications of cognitive work analysis. The International Journal of Aviation Psychology. 21(1), 62-84

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• BALFE N, WILSON JR, SHARPLES S and CLARKE T, 2012. Development Of Design Principles For Automated Systems In Transport Control. Ergonomics. 55(1), 37-54
• SHARPLES, S., MARTIN, J., LANG, A., CRAVEN, M., O'NEILL, S. and BARNETT, J., 2012. Medical device design in context: a model of user–device interaction and consequences Displays. 33(4-5), 221-232
• CRUNDALL, D., CRUNDALL E., BURNETT, G., SHALLOE, S. and SHARPLES, S., 2011. The impact of map orientation and generalisation on congestion decisions: A comparison of schematic-egocentric and topographic-allocentric maps Ergonomics. 54(8), 700-715
• MILLEN, L., EDWARDS, T., GOLIGHTLY, D., SHARPLES, S., WILSON, J.R. and KIRWAN, B., 2011. Systems change in transport control: applications of cognitive work analysis. The International Journal of Aviation Psychology. 21(1), 62-84
• STEDMON A.W., PATEL, H., SHARPLES, S. and WILSON, J.R., 2011. Developing speech input for virtual reality applications: A reality based interaction approach. International Journal of Human Computer Studies. 69(1-2), 3-8
• SHARPLES, S., MILLEN, L., GOLIGHTLY, D. and BALFE, N., 2011. The impact of automation in rail signalling operations Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part F: Journal of Rail and Rapid Transit. 225(2), 179-191
• DADASHI, Y., SHARPLES, S., WILSON, J.R. and CLARKE, T., 2011. Investigating presentation of rail-specific spatial information on handheld computer screens Personal and Ubiquitous Computing. 1-14
• SUN, X., SHARPLES, S. and MAKRI, S., 2011. A user-centred mobile diary study approach to understanding serendipity in information research Information Research. 16(3),
• SCHOCK, A., RYAN, B., WILSON, J., CLARKE, T. and SHARPLES, S., 2010. Visual scenario analysis: understanding human factors of planning in rail engineering Production Planning & Control: The Managment of Operations. 21(4), 386-398
• RYAN, B, SHARPLES, S, WILSON, J.R and CLARKE, T., 2009. Attitudes and opinions of UK railway signallers and related staff, using the Rail Ergonomics Questionnaire (REQUEST) Applied Ergonomics. 40, 230– 238 (In Press.)
• SAIKAYASIT, R. and SHARPLES, S., 2009. The Influence of Shared-Representation on Shared Mental Models in Virtual Teams LECTURE NOTES IN COMPUTER SCIENCE. NUMB 5639, 269-278
• RYAN, B., WILSON, J.R., SHARPLES, S., MORRISROE, G. and CLARKE, T., 2009. Developing a rail ergonomics questionnaire (REQUEST) Applied Ergonomics. 40(2), 216–229
• MACK, Z. and SHARPLES, S., 2009. The importance of usability in product choice: a mobile phone case study Ergonomics. 52(12), 1514-1528
• SHARPLES, S, BALFE, N, GOLIGHTLY, D and MILLEN, L, 2009. Understanding The Impact Of Rail Automation
• RYAN, B, SHARPLES, S, WILSON, J.R and CLARKE, T., 2008. Rail signallers’ assessments of their satisfaction with their different shift work systems Ergonomics. 51, 1656–1671
• SHARPLES, S., COBB, S., MOODY, A. and WILSON, J.R., 2008. Virtual reality induced symptoms and effects (VRISE): Comparison of head mounted display (HMD), desktop and projection display systems Displays. 29(2), 58-69
• BALFE, N, WILSON, JR, SHARPIES, S and CLARKE, T, 2008. Structured Observations Of Automation Use
• STEDMON, A.W., SHARPLES, S., LITTLEWOOD, R., COX, G., PATEL, H. and WILSON, J.R., 2007. Datalink in air traffic management: human factors issues in communications Applied Ergonomics. 38(4), 473-480
• STEDMON, A.W., SHARPLES, S., NICHOLSON, E., COX, G. and WILSON, J.R., 2007. The flightdeck of the future: perceived urgency of speech and text. In: COOK, M., NOYES, J. and MSAKOWSKI, Y., eds., Decision making in complex environments Aldershot: Ashgate Publishing Ltd. 93-104
• PATEL, H., SHARPLES, S., LETOURNEUR, S., JOHANSSON, E., HOFFMANN, H., LORISSON, J., SALUÄÄR, D. and STEFANI, O., 2006. Practical evaluations of real user company needs for visualization technologies International Journal of Human-Computer Studies. 64(3), 267-279
• KARASEITANIDIS, I., AMDITIS, A., PATEL, H., SHARPLES, S., BEKIARIS, E., BULLINGER, A. and TROMP, J., 2006. Evaluation of virtual reality products and applications from individual, organizational and societal perspectives-The "VIEW" case study International Journal of Human-Computer Studies. VOL 64(NUMBER 3), 251-266
• PATEL, H., STEFANI, O., SHARPLES, S., HOFFMANN, H., KARASEITANIDIS, I. and AMDITIS, A., 2006. Human centred design of 3-D interaction devices to control virtual environments International Journal of Human-Computer Studies. VOL 64(NUMBER 3), 207-220
• GRIFFITHS, G., SHARPLES (NEE NICHOLS), S. and WILSON, J. R., 2006. Performance of new participants in virtual environments: The Nottingham tool for assessment of interaction in virtual environments (NAIVE) International Journal of Human-Computer Studies. VOL 64(NUMBER 3), 240-250
• PICKUP, L, WILSON, J.R, SHARPLES, S.C, NORRIS, B.J and CLARKE, T. AND YOUNG, M.S., 2005. Fundamental examination of mental workload in the rail industry Theoretical Issues in Ergonomics Science. 6(6), 463-482
• HICKS, M., NICHOLS, S. and O'MALLEY, C., 2004. Comparing the roles of 3D representations in audio and audio-visual collaborations Virtual Reality. 7(3-4), 148-163
• MARSHALL, E. and SHARPLES, S., 2004. Interaction with a desktop virtual environment: a 2D view into a 3D world Virtual Reality. 8(1), 17-25
• PICKUP, L., NICHOLS, S.C., CLARKE, T. and WILSON, J.R., 2003. New approaches to measuring workload Theoretical Issues in Ergonomics Science.
• WILSON, J.R., JACKSON, S. and NICHOLS, S., 2003. Cognitive work investigation and the influence of social context In: XVth Triennial congress of the IEA.
• HICKS, M., O'MALLEY, C., NICHOLS, S. and ANDERSON, B., 2003. Comparison of 2D and 3D representations for visualising telecommunication usage Behaviour & Information Technology. 22(3), 185-201
• HICKS, M., O'MALLEY, C., NICHOLS, S. and ANDERSON, B., 2003. Comparison of 2D and 3D representations for visualising telecommunication usage Behaviour & Information Technology. 22(3), 185-201
• WILSON, J.R. and NICHOLS, S.C., 2002. Measurement in virtual environments: another dimension to the objectivity/subjectivity debate Ergonomics. 45(14), 1031-1036
• NICHOLS, S. and PATEL, C., 2002. Health and safety implications of virtual reality: a review of empirical evidence Applied Ergonomics. 33(3), 251-271
• WILSON, J. R., CORDINER, L., NICHOLS, S., NORTON, L., BRISTOL, N., CLARKE, T. and ROBERTS, S., 2001. On the Right Track: Systematic Implementation of Ergonomics in Railway Network Control Cognition, Technology and Work. VOL 3(NUMB 4), 238-252
• NEALE, H. and NICHOLS, S., 2001. Theme-based content analysis: a flexible method for virtual environment evaluation International Journal of Human-Computer Studies. 55(2), 167-189
• NICHOLS, S., HALDANE, C. and WILSON, J. R., 2000. Measurement of presence and its consequences in virtual environments International Journal of Human-Computer Studies. VOL 52(PART 3), 471-492
• NICHOLS, S.C., 2000. Evaluating the use of Single Disc Floor Cleaners In: Contemporary Ergonomics 2000.
• NICHOLS, S.C., 2000. Workload Assessment in Railway Control In: 3rd International Conference on Engineering Psychology and Cognitive Ergonomics.
• NICHOLS, S.C., 2000. Development of a Railway Ergonomics Control and Assessment Package (RECAP) In: IEA 2000.
• NICHOLS, S.C., 2000. Individual Characteristics and Experiences of Virtual Reality Induced Symptoms and Effects (VRISE) In: IEA 2000.
• NICHOLS, S.C., 1999. Virtual Reality Induced Symptoms and Effects (VRISE) in Four Different Virtual Reality Display Conditions In: HCI'99.
• NICHOLS, S.C., 1999. Physical Ergonomics Issues of Virtual Environment Use Applied Ergonomics. 30, 79-90
• NICHOLS, S.C. and COBB, S.V., 1999. Static Posture Tests for the Assessment of Postural Instability after Virtual Environment use Brain Research Bulletin. 47(3), 459-464
• NICHOLS, S.C., 1998. Development of a Questionnaire to Measure Attitudes Towards Virtual Reality In: Contemporary Ergonomics. 146-150
• NICHOLS, S.C., 1998. Development of a Classification System of Virtual Environment Design and User Behaviour In: The First International Workshop on Usability Evaluation for Virtual Environments. 32-37
• NICHOLS, S., COBB, S. and WILSON, J. R., 1997. Health and Safety Implications of Virtual Environments: Measurement Issues Presence: Teleoperators and Virtual Environments. VOL 6(NUMBER 6), 667-675
• NICHOLS, S.C., 1997. Application of Human Performance Theory to Virtual Environment Development In: Engineering Psychology and Cognitive Ergonomics. 467-475
• NICHOLS, S.C., 1997. What Effects May a User Experience from Immersion in a Virtual Environment? In: VR Universe.
• NICHOLS, S.C., 1997. Presence and Side-Effects: Complemtentary of Conradictory? In: 7th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction.
• NICHOLS, S.C., 1997. The Effect of Immersive Virtual Reality on Postural Stability In: International Workshop on Motion Sickness.
• NICHOLS, S.C., 1996. Health and Safety Implications of Virtual Reality: Results and Conclusions from an Experimental Programme In: FIVE '96 Conference. 158-166
• SHARPLES, S, MILLEN, L, GOLIGHTLY, D and BALFE, N, The Impact Of Automation In Rail Signalling Operations Proceedings Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers Part F-Journal Of Rail And Rapid Transit. 225(F2), 179-191