Connor McCabe

PhD Researcher focused on neurodivergence, co-design, and extended realities.

My expertise spans multiple domains, including psychology, human-computer interaction, and XR development. Currently, I'm researching and co-designing a Virtual Reality nature-based sensory experience with autistic adults. Explore my featured work below.

Featured Work

VR Sensory Room - co-designed virtual environment

Co-designing A Customisable VR Sensory Room

Participatory research developing personalised virtual sensory environments with autistic adults.

Standalone VR Sensory Room on Meta Quest 3

Standalone VR Sensory Room Prototype

A portable Quest 3 implementation bringing customisable sensory experiences to an accessible platform.

Sensory and Relaxation Preferences research paper

Sensory and Relaxation Preferences for Autistic Adults

Insights to inform the design of calming spaces and sensory rooms. Published in Autism in Adulthood, 2025.

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