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Mark Blyth is a leading voice in the emerging field of WaterHCI (Water-Human-Computer Interaction), a domain he helped define and shape. His foundational work, including the highly cited "Grand challenges in WaterHCI" (2024), systematically maps the intersection of interactive technology, humans, and aquatic environments. Blyth’s research explores how augmented reality for snorkelers, virtual reality in floatation tanks, and underwater interfaces can enhance human engagement with water—from recreation and therapy to environmental monitoring. By identifying key design challenges and opportunities, he has set the research agenda for this nascent community, bridging human-computer interaction with marine and aquatic sciences. His contributions are particularly notable for their interdisciplinary vision, drawing on cognitive science, engineering, and design to create meaningful, safe, and immersive aquatic experiences. With his work accumulating over 19 citations in a short time, Blyth is recognized as a pioneer whose insights are guiding the next wave of interactive technologies for the world’s most vital and challenging environment.