Research Interests

Virtual reality & Augmented reality, artificial Intelligence, Digital twins, Game-based learning, Metaverse, Computational design, Digital fabrication, Generative and performance-driven design, Digital human, Human behavior analysis and simulation.

Peer Reviewed Publications

Anuj Gautam, Manish Raj Aryal, Sourabh Deshpande, Shailesh Padalkar, Mikhail Nikolaenko, Ming Tang, Sam Anand 2025. IIoT-enabled digital twin for legacy and smart factory machines with LLM integration Manufacturing Systems, 80 , 511

Daraiseh, N. M., Tang, M., Macaluso, M., Aeschbury, M., Bachtel, A., Nikolaenko, M., … Vaughn, A. 2025. Virtual Reality Training to De-escalate Patient Aggressive Behavior: A Pilot Study International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, ,

Tang, Ming, Mikhail Nikolaenko, Ahmad Alrefai, and Aayush Kumar. 2025. Metaverse and Digital Twins in the Age of AI and Extended Reality Architecture, 5 2:36,

2024. Mikhail Nikolaenko, Ming Tang. SpaceXR: Virtual Reality and Data Mining for Astronomical Visualization. 26th Human Computer Interaction International Conference Proceeding Book. Washington DC, USA. 29 June – 4 July 2024. Springer. , ,

Ming Tang, Mikhail Nikolaenko, Evv Boerwinkle, Samuel Obafisoye, Aayush Kumar, Mohsen Rezayat, Sven Lehmann & Tamara Lorenz 2024. Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Traditional Training vs. Immersive Training XR Salento 2024, ,

Tang, Ming, Jai’La Nored, Matt Anthony, Judy Eschmann, Jennifer Williams, and Linda Dunseath 2024. VR-based Empathy Experience for Nonprofessional Caregiver Training XR Salento 2024, ,

2023. Cory P. Haberman, Ming Tang, JC Barnes, Clay Driscoll, Bradley J. O’Guinn, Calvin Proffit,. The Effect of Checklists on Evidence Collection During Initial Investigations A Randomized Controlled Trial in Virtual Reality. Journal of Experimental Criminology. 11.2023 , ,

2023. Cory P. Haberman, Ming Tang, JC Barnes, Clay Driscoll, Bradley J. O’Guinn, Calvin Proffit,. Using Virtual Reality Simulations to Study Initial Burglary Investigations. American Society of Evidence-Based Policing’s 2023 Conference. 05.2023. Las Vegas. Nevada. , ,

2023. Raman, M., Tang, M. 3D Visualization Development of Urban Environments for Simulated Driving Training and VR Development in Transportation Systems. ASCE ICTD 2023 Conference. Austin. TX. 06. 2023 , ,

2022. Tang, M. Adebisib, A. Using Eye-Tracking for Traffic Control Signage Design at Highway Work Zone. Interdisciplinary Journal of Signage and Wayfinding. Vol. 6, No. 2. 2022 , ,

2021. Tang.M. Shroyer.N, Cast-in-place Freeform Concrete with Big Area AdditiveManufacturing Formwork. International Journal of Architecture, Engineering and Construction Vol 10, No 2, June 2021, 12021005, 1-9. , ,

2021. Tang. M. Visual Perception: Eye-tracking and Real-timeWalkthroughs in Architectural Design. International Journal of Architecture, Engineering and Construction. Vol 10, No 1, March 2021, 12021001,1-9. , ,

2020. Tang. M. Analysis of Signage using Eye-Tracking Technology. Interdisciplinary Journal of Signage and Wayfinding. 02. 2020. , ,

Tang, Ming 2018. From Agent to Avatar - Integrate Avatar and Agent Simulation in the Virtual Reality for Wayfinding , ,

Tang, Ming; Hu, Yingdong 2017. Pedestrian Simulation in Transit Stations Using Agent-Based Analysis Urban Rail Transit, 3 1 , 54-60

Tang, Ming 2016. Data-driven landscape Urban Rail Transit, 3 1 , 124-144

Marcu, Mara; Tang, Ming 2015. Data Mapping and Ornament in Digital Craft International Journal of Architecture, Engineering and Construction, 4 4 , 81-86

Tang, Ming 2015. Self-organizing City: Experiments Using Multi-agent Model and Space Syntax International Journal of Architecture, Engineering and Construction, 4 4 , 81-86

Tang, Ming; Marcu, Mara 2015. Physics Simulation and Form Seeking in Architecture Design Education International Journal of Architecture, Engineering and Construction, 4 4 , 124-144

Anderson, Jonathon; Tang, Ming 2014. Crafting Soft Geometry: Form and Materials Informing Analog and Digital Craft Processes International Journal of Architecture, Engineering and Construction, 4 4 , 81-86

Tang, Ming 2014. Parametric Building Design Using Autodesk Maya International Journal of Architecture, Engineering and Construction, 4 4 , 81-86

Tang, Ming; Klimesh, Colin 2014. Integrated work of MAN and MACHINE: digital craft as design agent International Journal of Architecture, Engineering and Construction, 4 4 , 81-86

Aksamija, Ajla; Tang, Ming; Hodge, Mike; Anderson, Jonathon 2013. Performative Computation-Aided Design Optimization Architectural Research Centers Consortium (ARCC) Journal, 9 1 , 81-86

Tang, Ming 2013. dFORM. digital fabrication of responsive materials International Journal of Architecture, Engineering and Construction, 4 4 , 81-86

Aksamija, Ajla; Snapp, Todd; Hodge, Mike; Tang, Ming 2012. Re-Skinning: Performance-Based Design and Fabrication of Building Facade Components: Design Computing, Analytics and Prototyping Perkins+ Will Research Journal, 4 1 , 15-28

Ming, Tang; Aksamija, Ajla; Hodge, Mike; Anderson, Jonathon 2012. Data Driven Transmutation: an Investigation of Performance Based Design and Adaptive System AIA Forward Journal, 12 1 , 81-86

Tang, M.; Anderson, J.; Aksamija, A.; Hodge, M. 2012. Performance-Based Generative Design, An investigation of the Parametric Nature of Architecture Enquiry: A Journal for Architectural Research, 9 1 , 81-86

Tang, Ming; Anderson, Jonathon; Aksamija, Ajla; Hodge, Michael 2012. Performative Computation-aided Design Optimization Enquiry: A Journal for Architectural Research, 9 1 , 81-86

Anderson, Jonathon; Ming, Tang 2011. Form follows parameters: Parametric modeling for fabrication and manufacturing processes Perkins+ Will Research Journal, 3 2 , 42-49

Tang, M.; Aksamija, A.; Hodge, M.; Anderson, J. 2011. Performance-Driven Design and Prototyping: Design Computation and Fabrication Perkins+ Will Research Journal, 3 2 , 42-49

Tang, Ming; Anderson, Jonathon 2011. Information Urbanism: Parametric urbanism in junction with GIS data processing & fabrication ARCC Conference Repository, 0 0 , 15-28

Anderson, Jonathon; Tang, Ming 2010. Interactive Information Model for Digital Fabricator Perkins+ Will Research Journal, 3 2 , 42-49

Tang, Ming; Anderson, Jonathon 2010. Mathematically Driven Forms and Digital Tectonic: A formula for realizing the digital Perkins+ Will Research Journal, 3 2 , 42-49

Tang, Ming 2009. City generator: GIS driven genetic evolution in urban simulation Perkins+ Will Research Journal, 3 2 , 42-49