From Data to Empathy: Information Visualization and Empathy-Driven Interaction Design for Endangered Plants in the Qinling Mountains
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chensiensis. Yet public awareness of these plants remains low, and traditional science communicationoften one-way and fact
focusedfails to generate emotional engagement or motivate conservation. Drawing on sustainable human-computer interaction (HCI)
theory, this study explores how information visualization and affective interaction can transform scientific data into emotionally reso
nant digital experiences. Using a design-based research approach, we collaborate with local conservation organizations to select three
to five endangered species, collect ecological data and narratives, and develop an interactive web prototype featuring modules such as
"Growth Trajectories, " "Scenario Comparisons, " and "Micro-Actions." The design's effectiveness is evaluated through controlled ex
periments. Expected outcomes include a localized sustainable HCI case study and practical insights for public science communication
in conservation.
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.70711/rcha.v4i3.9306
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