Our Team
Director
Dr. Eugene Ohu
Director & Principal Investigator
Associate Professor, Lagos Business School
About
Dr. Eugene Ohu is the founder and director of the Virtual Human Computer Interaction Lab at Lagos Business School. An Associate Professor specializing in the intersection of psychology and technology, Dr. Ohu has spent over a decade researching how immersive technologies can foster empathy, compassion, and human flourishing.
Research Interests
- Virtual reality and empathy development
- Character strengths and virtues
- Immersive technology for social impact
- Cross-cultural psychology
- Mental health and wellbeing interventions
Notable Achievements
- $234,000 Templeton World Charity Foundation grant (Principal Investigator)
- Meta research partnership for ethnic discrimination study
- J-PAL collaboration on mental health and business outcomes
- Pioneered VR empathy research in Africa
Research Team
Taiwo Adetunji
Research Associate & VR Developer
Taiwo Adetunji is a key member of the VHCI Lab team, bringing expertise in VR development and research methodology. He plays a crucial role in designing and implementing VR experiences for the lab’s research projects.
Expertise
- Unity game engine development
- VR experience design
- Research methodology
- Data collection and analysis
Join Our Team
The VHCI Lab is always looking for passionate individuals to join our research team. We offer opportunities for:
Students
- Research Assistants – Support ongoing research projects
- Interns – Gain hands-on experience with VR research
- Thesis Students – Conduct research aligned with lab projects
Professionals
- Research Associates – Lead research initiatives
- VR Developers – Create immersive experiences
- Data Analysts – Analyze research data
Interested in joining us? Send your CV to info@vhcilab.com