Hi, I'm Dinna, 👋

I’m Dr. Dinna @ Nina Mohd Nizam, a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Computing and Informatics, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, and also a member of the Human-Centred Cognitive Computing Research Group- H3C-RG (formerly known as User Experience Research Group - UXRG). This space serves as a hub for sharing my academic journey, including my teaching areas, research projects, publications, and community work in which I've been involved. Whether you're here to know about me, seeking a potential supervisor, exploring publication or collaboration opportunities, or interested in my research areas such as focused attention (via EEG or eye-tracking technology), user experience, and child-computer interaction, feel free to browse around and reach out if you have any questions or ideas for a potential collaboration. 

My primary research centres on eye-tracking technologies and their application in understanding focused attention within interactive systems. I explore how visual attention patterns influence user experience and usability, particularly in the context of Child-Computer Interaction (CCI) and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). My work also integrates learning and elements of gamification to enhance engagement and motivation. Occasionally, I apply machine learning techniques or other research methods to analyse behavioural data and improve adaptive system design. My research also includes Augmented Reality (AR) applications, where I investigate how immersive environments can support learning or interaction, particularly for younger users or in targeted scenarios. Currently, I am expanding my focus to IoT projects and systems, exploring how connected devices can enhance interactivity and responsiveness in real-world applications. This includes developing smart environments that adapt to user behaviour and context. 

Academically, I currently teach Internet of Things (IoT), E-Commerce, and C++ programming, enabling students to explore the dynamic intersection of connectivity, digital business, and software development. Previously, I have also taught Operating Systems, Web Programming, System Analysis and Design, Computer Networks, and Multimedia, building a strong foundation in computing principles. 

You can reach me at dinna@ums.edu.my