Hi, I'm Sarah!

I'm an experienced UX researcher with over eight years of hands-on experience uncovering user perceptions and behaviors, and translating them into clear, actionable recommendations and innovative digital products. I hold a PhD (2022) and a Master of Science (2017) in Media Informatics/Human-Computer-Interaction from LMU Munich, where my dissertation, "Usable Privacy and Security in Smart Homes", explored how to make smart home privacy and security understandable and controllable for everyday users.

Since then, I've applied that same user-centered rigor to a growing range of contexts, including ubiquitous devices, AR/VR, and, more recently, AI-driven products and agentic workflows, where I help teams design intuitive, trustworthy interactions for emerging technology. I bridge the gap between users, designers, and developers: whether that means running in-depth qualitative studies, launching rapid quantitative research, or helping teams turn insights into strategic recommendations.

In addition, I bring strong experience in coaching and mentoring, having guided junior researchers and co-authored 35+ publications at leading conferences. I thrive in collaborative environments solving complex challenges, and I adapt quickly to new domains, enjoying the process of building expertise from the ground up.