Symmetric and Asymmetric Research in Human–Computer Interaction

Dear Colleagues,

In recent decades, human–computer interaction (HCI) has evolved into an interdisciplinary field that integrates computer science, cognitive sciences, design, and artificial intelligence. In this context, the concepts of symmetry and asymmetry offer new perspectives for analyzing the relationships between humans and digital systems.

Symmetry in HCI can be understood as the balance and reciprocity in communication, perception, and control processes between users and interactive technologies. On the other hand, asymmetry emerges in scenarios where differences exist in autonomy, information distribution, or decision-making power, especially in systems driven by artificial intelligence or machine learning.

This Special Issue aims to explore the influence of symmetric and asymmetric principles in interface design, user experience, human cognition, and technological ethics. Researchers are invited to submit theoretical, experimental, and applied studies that address how symmetry and asymmetry can contribute to creating more equitable, adaptive, and effective interactions between humans and computational systems.

Possible submission topics include, among others, the following:

• Models of symmetry and asymmetry in human–computer interaction;
• Cognitive and perceptual balance in intelligent interfaces;
• Symmetry in user-centered design and accessibility;
• Symmetric and asymmetric communication in collaborative environments;
• Symmetric and asymmetric interactions in extended reality environments;
• Applications of symmetry in artificial intelligence and adaptive systems.

Dr. Jorge Buele
Dr. Janio Jadán-Guerrero
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Symmetry is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2400 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.