CV

Profile

Jichun Zhao (Elliot Chiu) is a PhD Candidate at HIT Lab NZ and DISC101 Tutor at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Research focus

My work focuses on Human–Computer Interaction, XR Accessibility, Digital Cultural Heritage, Ageing, and Handheld Augmented Reality, with an emphasis on inclusive and meaningful immersive experiences.

Current positions

• PhD Candidate, HIT Lab NZ, University of Canterbury
• Tutor, DISC101 – Storytelling for Digital Screens, University of Canterbury
• Christchurch, New Zealand

Education

• PhD Candidate, HIT Lab NZ, University of Canterbury
• Master’s Degree in Art · Design Studies, Tsinghua University and Jiangsu Normal University, 2022–2025
• Bachelor’s Degree in Art · Digital Media Art, Jiangsu Normal University, 2018–2022

Research visits

Summer schools

Teaching

• Tutor, DISC101 – Storytelling for Digital Screens, Dovedale Campus, University of Canterbury

Research interests

• Human–Computer Interaction
• XR Accessibility
• Digital Cultural Heritage
• Ageing
• Handheld Augmented Reality

Profiles

• Google Scholar
• ORCID
• GitHub
• LinkedIn

Publications

1. 2026

   Journal Article

   Practical Approaches for the Protection and Inheritance of Intangible Cultural Heritage from the Perspective of Rural Revitalization: A Case Study of Xuzhou Mazhuang Sachets

   Zhao, J. (2026). Practical approaches for the protection and inheritance of intangible cultural heritage from the perspective of rural revitalization: A case study of Xuzhou Mazhuang Sachets. Journal of Xuzhou University of Technology (Social Sciences Edition).

2. 2025

   Journal Article

   Research on Digital Preservation Pathways for Intangible Cultural Heritage in Xuzhou

   Ding, F., & Zhao, J. (2025). Research on digital preservation pathways for intangible cultural heritage in Xuzhou. Creative Design Source, 2025(4), 32–36.

3. 2024

   Conference Paper

   Practical Approaches to the Inheritance and Protection of Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Context of Rural Revitalization: A Case Study of Mazhuang Sachets in Xuzhou, Jiangsu

   Zhao, J. (2024). Practical approaches to the inheritance and protection of intangible cultural heritage in the context of rural revitalization: A case study of Mazhuang Sachets in Xuzhou, Jiangsu. Proceedings of the 2024 Annual Conference on Intangible Cultural Heritage.

4. 2024

   Journal Article

   Design of Digital Museums for Intangible Cultural Heritage Based on Spatial Computing Technology

   Zhao, J., & Ding, F. (2024). Design of digital museums for intangible cultural heritage based on spatial computing technology. Beauty & Times, 2024(5), 108–111.

5. 2024

   Journal Article

   Practical Approaches for the Protection and Inheritance of Intangible Cultural Heritage from the Perspective of Rural Revitalization: A Case Study of Xuzhou Mazhuang Sachets in Xuzhou

   Zhao, J., & Ding, F. (2024). Practical approaches for the protection and inheritance of intangible cultural heritage from the perspective of rural revitalization: A case study of Xuzhou Mazhuang Sachets in Xuzhou. Humanistic Economics Studies, 1, 200–213.

6. 2023

   Journal Article

   New Perspectives on Contemporary Design Criticism

   Zhao, J., & Ding, F. (2023). New perspectives on contemporary design criticism. Art and Technology, 36, 109–111.

Projects

• XR Accessibility: Research on inclusive extended reality systems, accessible interaction patterns, and evaluation methods for immersive technologies across diverse abilities and contexts.
• Handheld AR for Older Adults: Exploring handheld augmented reality experiences for older adults, with attention to usability, accessibility, embodied interaction, and everyday value.
• Digital Cultural Heritage: Digital approaches for documenting, interpreting, and sustaining tangible and intangible cultural heritage through interactive, immersive, and community-facing media.
• Rewi Alley Museum AR: An augmented reality museum interpretation concept that connects visitors with Rewi Alley-related heritage through situated storytelling and mobile interaction.
• Digital Preservation of Intangible Cultural Heritage through Art–Technology Integration: A master’s research project investigating digital approaches to intangible cultural heritage preservation from an art–technology integration perspective.

Languages

• English
• Chinese
• Cantonese

Professional memberships

• MemberIEEE ↗
• MemberChina Industrial Design Association ↗
• MemberInternational Youth Art Design Association ↗
• MemberChina Folklore Society ↗