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Cultural events and festivals can help keep older people connected to their communities so taking their needs into consideration during planning is vital for ensuring events remain accessible

Systems thinking could help enhance human performance in elite sport by putting the focus on teams and organisations, as well as individuals.

If we want to shake off the “default male” perspective that’s often influenced the design of our roads and railways and attract more women workers to the transport industry, then human factors could have the key to positive change

Artificial general intelligence could be the next technology to transform how we live, but how can we understand more about the risk and benefits it could bring before it’s introduced?

The recent controversy over the electronic line-calling system at Wimbledon has sparked debate over the role of technology in sport and whether we can put as much faith in it as human officials

Could a radical rethink about how we view cars and the role of personal vehicles be what’s needed if we want to find sustainable transport solutions that work for all road users?

Cyclists can be hard to spot at night but a new reflector could keep them safe by grabbing drivers’ attention more effectively and making sure they can be spotted by self-driving vehicles

Could a system of shared self-driving bikes that can move themselves to where they’re most needed help people get around city centres in a more efficient and sustainable way?

Despite female sport soaring in popularity, women and girls are still facing too many challenges around a lack of equipment and clothing designed specifically for them.

Discover some of the human factors thinking that’s helping to improve performance across sports such as rifle shooting and archery

A new system of road markings could help keep motorcyclists safer on the road by improving how they ride when approaching bends

Could a shape-shifting car that can expand and contract to fit through narrow streets and squeeze into parking spots be the answer to urban transport challenges?

Road accidents cause more deaths than any other form of transport in Britain, but a new investigative body has been launched to examine why and how incidents happen and improve safety.

Rail passengers with mobility problems can be vulnerable to trips and falls as they navigate stations and trains but new research into hazard hotspots could help create safer transport infrastructure.

Could a new project to create a self-driving shuttle that can carry passengers to and from places help to revolutionise public transport and how we get around the cities of tomorrow?

How error can be reduced with a more human-centric approach to the design of systems

Overcrowded trains are putting some rail passengers off, but a range of measures to keep travellers better informed and ease their movement around stations could help tackle the problem.

Millions of football fans will be tuning in to the men’s World Cup Final in Qatar but new research into the women’s game suggests female players could be at risk from kit designed for men.

A new solar-powered smart helmet could keep delivery cyclists safer on the road by making it easier for them to get information about orders and ensuring they’re more vis-ible to traffic.

Insight, inspiration and an in-depth look at the key topics in human factors – they’re all on the agenda at this year’s EHF2024 conference with the full event programme now revealed.

Will adding a human face to ChatGPT help users experience the AI system in a way that’s more engaging and feels more like they’re having a natural conversation with another person?

After the latest agreement to tackle climate change was agreed at the recent COP28 summit, what can human factors professionals do to help create a greener and more sustainable future?

An immersive exhibition celebrating the world of human factors is now available online for everyone to explore and find out more about the difference our profession makes

From cycling stars’ shorts to suits that help drivers think differently, the new exhibition marking our 75th anniversary looks at the difference human factors can make.

If humans are to settle on the moon one day then as well as thinking about the physical habitat, designers of any future lunar colonies will need to consider social and psychological factors.

Exploring the challenges and a roadmap for mitigation

Artificial intelligence and robotics have been used to create an award-winning walking aid that could help transform the lives of people with mobility challenges.

A new report reveals some of the latest innovations in healthcare, cleantech and industry that could change the way we live our lives in the future.

From wearable wellbeing devices to high-tech pets that can help keep their owner calm, a series of innovative new product designs have been revealed in this year’s showcase from students at Brunel University London.

The world functions as it does today because technology is applied in every corner of life but when do we really stop and think about where it’s going next and how human factors impacts its success?

Transforming neglected spaces under bridges and between roads could change how we interact with out urban environment and create welcoming areas that improve the lives of city dwellers

Discover how you can help celebrate the CIEHF’s 75th anniversary by contributing to a special journal edition marking our milestone birthday next year.

A team of students have created an award-winning phone accessory that uses thermal imaging and haptic feedback to make bus travel more accessible for people who are visually impaired.

Find out how to apply human factors standards to the design of complex systems

This year’s UNESCO World Capital of Architecture shows how cities can blend bustling urban neighbourhoods with peaceful spaces for culture and relaxation and create more human-friendly places to live and work.

Don’t miss the exhibition to mark our 75th anniversary and celebrate human factors! It opens at the Museum of Making in Derby on 27 September for the autumn.

A team of human factors experts has drawn up a list of the grand challenges the profession needs to tackle in response to the issues facing society today

How can airports make sure that passengers and staff have a better experience when it comes to helping travellers who need extra support during their journeys?

A giant advertising screen brought in to replace some departure boards at a busy station has now been scrapped after complaints it was making things harder for passengers

Uncover the intricacies of accident investigation from a human factors perspective.

Raising standards of competence and strengthening public confidence

Our latest white paper explores the challenge of tackling fatigue in healthcare and sets out a practical plan to address the problem and improve the wellbeing of both staff and patients.