Man Siu Shing

Dr. Man graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management from City University of Hong Kong in 2015. He then continued his studies at the same institution, pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Factors Engineering, which he completed in 2019. Following his doctoral studies, Dr. Man served as a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Advanced Design and Systems Engineering at the City University of Hong Kong and later in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

In 2022, Dr. Man joined the Department of Industrial Design at the School of Design, South China University of Technology. As the first author or corresponding author, he has published 51 SCI/SSCI papers, including Safety Science, Journal of Safety Research, Applied Ergonomics, Ergonomics, and International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction.

Dr. Man has led several significant research projects, including the National Natural Science Foundation Youth Project, the Philosophy and Social Science Planning Project of Guangdong Province of China, the Guangzhou Science and Technology Plan Project, the Yangcheng Youth Scholar Project of Philosophy and Social Science Planning of Guangzhou and the “Double First-Class” construction project at the South China University of Technology. He has also participated in numerous other projects, such as the National Natural Science Foundation General Project, the Ministry of Education’s “Human Factors and Ergonomics” Industry-University Cooperative Education Project, the King Saud University Collaborative Project, projects funded by the Hong Kong SAR Government Development Bureau, and collaborations with the Hong Kong Bus Company.

Representative Journal Papers (*Corresponding Author)

1.              Man, S.S., Jiang, X., Zhou, S., Tong, M. and Chan, A.H.S., 2025.  Human-Machine Interaction in Teleoperated Rescue Vehicles: A Bibliometric Analysis and Systematic Review, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, accepted for publication.

2.              Man, S.S., Yu, Z., Chen, Y., Chan, A.H.S. and Xie, Y., 2025. Understanding Karoshi: A Bibliometric Analysis and Systematic Review of Evidence from 1997 to 2024, Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, accepted for publication.

3.              Man, S.S., Wu, X., Chiu, K.T., Peng, L. and Chan, A.H.S., 2025. Telephysiotherapy Technology Acceptance among Older Adults: A Qualitative Study, Current Psychology, accepted for publication.

4.              Man, S.S.*, Fang, Y., Chan, A.H.S. and Han, J., 2025. Exploring the acceptance of learning English through VR technology amongst secondary school students: intrinsic and extrinsic motivation as key determinants, Journal of Educational Computing Research, accepted for publication.

5.              Zhang, Y., Li, F., Man, S.S.* and Han, S., 2025. Enhancing Readback Verification in ATCOs-Pilot Communication Using Audio-Visual Interaction: Insights from fNIRS and Eye-Tracking, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, accepted for publication.

6.              Man, S.S., Su, P., Xiao, C., Yun H. and Chan, A.H.S., 2025. Effectiveness of augmented reality technology in improving navigation performance: a systematic review and meta-analysis, Ergonomics, 已被接受发表.

7.              Man, S.S., Xie, Y., Chen, Y., Chan, A.H.S. and Liu, L., 2025. Role of Safety Supervision, Coworker Support and Safety Training in Shaping the Safety Behaviour of Construction Workers, Safety Science, 已被接受发表.

8.              Liu, L., Sheng, S. and Man, S.S.*, 2025. Trust, Emotion, and Purchase: Why Human Streamers Still Matter in the Age of Virtual Commerce, Telematics and Informatics,101, 102307.

9.              Man, S.S., Wang, D., Tsang, S.N.H., Liu, L. and Chan, A.H.S., 2025. Relationships between occupational stress and occupational safety and health outcomes amongst construction workers: A meta-analysis of evidence from the past twenty years, Safety Science, 191, 106939.

10.           Man, S.S., Zhang, X., Chen, M.Y., Chan, A.H.S. and Lyu, Z., Construction Collaborative Robots Acceptance amongst Construction Workers: Role of Initial Trust and Risk Perception, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 已被接受发表.

11.           Liu, L., Sheng, S., Man, S.S.* and Li, J., 2025. Human Error Identification and Risk Prioritization in Human-Robot Collaboration in Manufacturing, Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing & Service Industries, 35(3), e70012.

12.           Man, S.S., Wang, J., Chan, A.H.S. and Liu, L., 2025. Ageing in the Digital Age: What Drives Virtual Reality Technology Adoption among Older Adults?, Ergonomics, 已被接受发表.

13.           Liu, L., Li, J., Guo, F. and Man, S.S.*, 2025. The effect of occupation-related and worker-related factors on upper limb disorders using strain index among O*NET jobs, International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 106, 103701.

14.           Peng, L., Man, S.S.*, Chung, H.T., Chan, A.H.S. and Zhang, Z., 2025. Evaluating Risk Perception among Prospective Workers in Crane Operations: Using Pairwise Comparison, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 151(7), 05025001.

15.           Man, S.S., Li, X., Lin, X., Lee, Y.C. and Chan, A.H.S., 2024. Assessing the effectiveness of virtual reality interventions on anxiety, stress, and negative emotions: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 已被接受发表.

16.           Man, S.S., Huang, C., Ye, Q., Chang, F. and Chan, A.H.S., 2025, Pedestrians’ Interaction with eHMI-equipped Autonomous Vehicles: A Bibliometric Analysis and Systematic Review, Accident Analysis and Prevention, 209, 107826.

17.           Zhang, T., Qiao, L., Zhang, Y., Li, W. and Man, S.S.*, 2024. Evaluation of Drivers’ Mental Model, Trust, and Reliance toward Level 2 Automated Vehicles, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 41(6), 3696-3707.

18.           Man, S.S., Ding, M., Li, X., Chan, A.H.S. and Zhang, T., 2024. Acceptance of Highly Automated Vehicles: The Role of Facilitating Condition, Technology Anxiety, Social Influence and Trust, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 41(6), 3684-3695.

19.           Man, S.S., Fang, Y., Chan, A.H.S. and Han, J., 2024. VR Technology Acceptance for English Learning among Secondary School Students: Role of Classroom Climate and Language Learning Anxiety, Education and Information Technologies, 30, 4131-4155.

20.           Man, S.S., Chang, F. and Chan, A.H.S., 2024. Affective Risk Perception Index as a Screening Tool for Construction Workers, Safety Science, 175, 106527.

21.           Man, S.S., Wen, H. and So, B.C.L., 2024. Are virtual reality applications effective for construction safety training and education? A systematic review and meta-analysis, Journal of Safety Research, 88, 230-243.

22.           Kang, S.X., Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2023. Investigation on the effects of presentation modality for spatial signals on human performance using a dual task paradigm, Applied Ergonomics, 106, 103898.

23.           Peng, L., Man, S.S.*, Chan, A.H.S. and Ng, J.Y.K., 2023. Personal, Social and Regulatory Factors Associated with Telecare Acceptance by Hong Kong Older Adults: An Indication of Governmental Role in Facilitating Telecare Adoption, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 39(5), 1059-1071.

24.           So, B.C.L., Hua, C., Chen, T., Gao, Q. and Man, S.S.*, 2022. Biomechanical Assessment of a Passive Back-support Exoskeleton During Repetitive Lifting and Carrying: Muscle Activity, Kinematics, and Physical Capacity, Journal of Safety Research, 83, 210-222.

25.           Man, S.S., Nordin, M., Cheng M.C., Fan, S.M., Lee, S.Y., Wong, W.S. and So, B.C.L., 2022, Effects of passive exoskeleton on trunk and gluteal muscle activity, spinal and hip kinematics and perceived exertion for physiotherapists in a simulated chair transfer task: A feasibility study, International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 90, 103323.

26.           Lee, W.K.H., Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2022. Cogeneration system acceptance in the hotel industry: A qualitative study. Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Management, 51, 339-345.

27.           Man, S.S.*, Alabdulkarim, S., Chan, A.H.S. and Zhang, T., 2021. The acceptance of personal protective equipment among Hong Kong construction workers: An integration of technology acceptance model and theory of planned behavior with risk perception and safety climate, Journal of Safety Research, 79, 329-340.

28.           Khaday, S., Li, K.W, Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2021. Risky Scenario Identification in a Risk Perception Scale for Construction Workers in Thailand, Journal of Safety Research, 78, 105-114.

29.           Wong, T.K.M., Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2021. Exploring the acceptance of PPE by construction workers: An extension of the technology acceptance model with safety management practices and safety consciousness, Safety Science, 139, 105239.

30.           Man, S.S., Chan, A.H.S., Alabdulkarim, S. and Zhang, T., 2021. The effect of personal and organizational factors on the risk-taking behavior of Hong Kong construction workers, Safety Science, 136, 105155.

31.           Tsang, S.N.H., Chan, A.H.S, Pan, X. and Man, S.S.*, 2020. Auditory versus visual spatial stimulus-response mappings in tracking and discrete dual task performance: implications for human-machine interface design, Ergonomics, 64(4), 485-501.

32.           Wong, T.K.M., Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2020. Critical factors for the use or non-use of personal protective equipment amongst construction workers, Safety Science, 126, 104663.

33.           Man, S.S.*, Chan, A.H.S. and Alabdulkarim, S., 2019. Quantification of Risk Perception: Development and Validation of the Construction Worker Risk Perception (CoWoRP) Scale, Journal of Safety Research, 71, 25-39.

34.           Man, S.S.*, Chan, A.H.S. and Wong, H.M., 2017. Risk-Taking Behaviors of Hong Kong Construction Workers - A Qualitative Study, Safety Science, 98, 25-36.

1.              Man, S.S.*, Fang, Y., Chan, A.H.S., and Han, J., 2025. Exploring the acceptance of learning English through VR technology amongst secondary school students: intrinsic and extrinsic motivation as key determinants, Journal of Educational Computing Research, accepted for publication.

2.              Zhang, Y., Li, F., Man, S.S.*,Han, S., 2025. Enhancing Readback Verification in ATCOs-Pilot Communication Using Audio-Visual Interaction: Insights from fNIRS and Eye-Tracking, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, accepted for publication.

3.              Man, S.S., Su, P., Xiao, C., Yun H. and Chan, A.H.S., 2025. Effectiveness of augmented reality technology in improving navigation performance: a systematic review and meta-analysis, Ergonomics, accepted for publication.

4.              Man, S.S., Xie, Y., Chen, Y., Chan, A.H.S.  and Liu, L., 2025.Role of Safety Supervision, Coworker Support and Safety Training in Shaping the Safety Behaviour of Construction Workers, Safety Science, accepted for publication.

5.              Liu, L., Sheng, S. and Man, S.S.*, 2025. Trust, Emotion, and Purchase: Why Human Streamers Still Matter in the Age of Virtual Commerce, Telematics and Informatics, 101, 102307.

6.              Man, S.S., Wang, D., Tsang S.N.H., Liu, L. and Chan, A.H.S., 2025. Relationships between occupational stress and occupational safety and health outcomes amongst construction workers: A meta-analysis of evidence from the past twenty years, Safety Science, 191, 106939.

7.              Man, S.S., Zhang, X., Chen, M.Y., Chan, A.H.S. and Lyu, Z., Construction Collaborative Robots Acceptance amongst Construction Workers: Role of Initial Trust and Risk Perception, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, accepted for publication.

8.              Liu, L., Sheng, S., Man, S.S.* and Li, J., 2025. Human Error Identification and Risk Prioritization in Human-Robot Collaboration in Manufacturing, Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing & Service Industries, 35(3), e70012.

9.              Man, S.S., Wang, J., Chan, A.H.S. and Liu, L., 2025. Ageing in the Digital Age: What Drives Virtual Reality Technology Adoption among Older Adults?, Ergonomics, accepted for publication.

10.           Liu, L., Li, J., Guo, F. and Man, S.S.*, 2025. The effect of occupation-related and worker-related factors on upper limb disorders using strain index among O*NET jobs, International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 106, 103701.

11.           Peng, L., Man, S.S.*, Chung, H.T., Chan, A.H.S. and Zhang, Z., 2025. Evaluating Risk Perception among Prospective Workers in Crane Operations: Using Pairwise Comparison, Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 151(7), 05025001.

12.           Man, S.S., Li, X., Lin, X., Lee, Y.C. and Chan, A.H.S., 2024. Assessing the effectiveness of virtual reality interventions on anxiety, stress, and negative emotions: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, accepted for publication.

13.           Man, S.S., Huang, C., Ye, Q., Chang, F. and Chan, A.H.S., 2025, Pedestrians’ Interaction with eHMI-equipped Autonomous Vehicles: A Bibliometric Analysis and Systematic Review, Accident Analysis and Prevention, 209, 107826.

14.           Zhang, T., Qiao, L., Zhang, Y., Li, W. and Man, S.S.*, 2024. Evaluation of Drivers’ Mental Model, Trust, and Reliance toward Level 2 Automated Vehicles, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 41(6), 3696-3707.

15.           Man, S.S., Ding, M., Li, X., Chan, A.H.S. and Zhang, T., 2024. Acceptance of Highly Automated Vehicles: The Role of Facilitating Condition, Technology Anxiety, Social Influence and Trust, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 41(6), 3684-3695.

16.           Man, S.S., Fang, Y., Chan, A.H.S. and Han, J., 2024. VR Technology Acceptance for English Learning among Secondary School Students: Role of Classroom Climate and Language Learning Anxiety, Education and Information Technologies, 30, 4131-4155.

17.           Man, S.S., Chang, F. and Chan, A.H.S., 2024. Affective Risk Perception Index as a Screening Tool for Construction Workers, Safety Science, 175, 106527.

18.           Man, S.S., Wen, H. and So, B.C.L., 2024. Are virtual reality applications effective for construction safety training and education? A systematic review and meta-analysis, Journal of Safety Research, 88, 230-243.

19.           Kang, S.X., Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2023. Investigation on the effects of presentation modality for spatial signals on human performance using a dual task paradigm, Applied Ergonomics, 106, 103898.

20.           Peng, L., Man, S.S.*, Chan, A.H.S. and Ng, J.Y.K., 2023. Personal, Social and Regulatory Factors Associated with Telecare Acceptance by Hong Kong Older Adults: An Indication of Governmental Role in Facilitating Telecare Adoption, International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 39(5), 1059-1071.

21.           So, B.C.L., Hua, C., Chen, T., Gao, Q. and Man, S.S.*, 2022. Biomechanical Assessment of a Passive Back-support Exoskeleton During Repetitive Lifting and Carrying: Muscle Activity, Kinematics, and Physical Capacity, Journal of Safety Research, 83, 210-222.

22.           Man, S.S., Nordin, M., Cheng M.C., Fan, S.M., Lee, S.Y., Wong, W.S. and So, B.C.L., 2022, Effects of passive exoskeleton on trunk and gluteal muscle activity, spinal and hip kinematics and perceived exertion for physiotherapists in a simulated chair transfer task: A feasibility study, International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 90, 103323.

23.           Lee, W.K.H., Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2022. Cogeneration system acceptance in the hotel industry: A qualitative study. Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Management, 51, 339-345.

24.           Man, S.S.*, Alabdulkarim, S., Chan, A.H.S. and Zhang, T., 2021. The acceptance of personal protective equipment among Hong Kong construction workers: An integration of technology acceptance model and theory of planned behavior with risk perception and safety climate, Journal of Safety Research, 79, 329-340.

25.           Khaday, S., Li, K.W, Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2021. Risky Scenario Identification in a Risk Perception Scale for Construction Workers in Thailand, Journal of Safety Research, 78, 105-114.

26.           Wong, T.K.M., Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2021. Exploring the acceptance of PPE by construction workers: An extension of the technology acceptance model with safety management practices and safety consciousness, Safety Science, 139, 105239.

27.           Man, S.S., Chan, A.H.S., Alabdulkarim, S. and Zhang, T., 2021. The effect of personal and organizational factors on the risk-taking behavior of Hong Kong construction workers, Safety Science, 136, 105155.

28.           Tsang, S.N.H., Chan, A.H.S, Pan, X. and Man, S.S.*, 2020. Auditory versus visual spatial stimulus-response mappings in tracking and discrete dual task performance: implications for human-machine interface design, Ergonomics, 64(4), 485-501.

29.           Wong, T.K.M., Man, S.S.* and Chan, A.H.S., 2020. Critical factors for the use or non-use of personal protective equipment amongst construction workers, Safety Science, 126, 104663.

30.           Man, S.S.*, Chan, A.H.S. and Alabdulkarim, S., 2019. Quantification of Risk Perception: Development and Validation of the Construction Worker Risk Perception (CoWoRP) Scale, Journal of Safety Research, 71, 25-39.

31.           Man, S.S.*, Chan, A.H.S. and Wong, H.M., 2017. Risk-Taking Behaviors of Hong Kong Construction Workers - A Qualitative Study, Safety Science, 98, 25-36.

Students’ Achievements

(a) National Scholarship (for Master’s graduate students)   

1. Huiying Wen, 2024

2. Mengqi Ding, 2024

3. Xiaoyu Li, 2025

4. Chuyu Huang, 2025

5. Xin Zhang, 2025

(b) Corporate Scholarships

1. Yizhen Fang, BYD, 2025

2. Peiqi Su, Wuliangye, 2025

Academic Services

Associate editor: Safety Science (SCI), 2025-now

Editorial board member: Cogent Psychology (ESCI), 2025-now

Editorial board member: Scientific Reports (SCI), 2024-now

Editorial board member: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics (SCI/SSCI), 2023-now

Editorial board member: Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 2023-now

Conference session chairing: HCI International 2024  (EI), HCI International 2025 (EI)

Research Interests

· Virtual/Augmented Reality Design and Application

· Human-AI Interaction

· Human-machine Interaction

· Human Factors/Ergonomics

· Occupational Safety and Health

· Smart Elderly Care

· Industrial Design

· Biomechanics

· Psychology

· Psychometrics

· Behavioral Science

· Emergency Management

Admission Requirements

· Passionate about research, ambitious, self-disciplined, hardworking, and respectful.

· Possess team collaboration spirit.

· Have good logical reasoning ability.

· Proficient in English reading and writing.

· Willing to learn software like Unity/Blender/SPSS (depending on research direction).

· Aspiring to pursue doctoral studies.

Advisor’s Commitment

· Provide meticulous guidance to develop your research capabilities.

· Assist you in publishing SCI/SSCI papers.

· Help you apply for domestic/international/overseas doctoral programs to become a better version of yourself!

Research Group Culture

The research group aims to create a friendly and harmonious laboratory atmosphere, advocating a balance between work and rest. Members are required to proactively plan and actively advance their projects and are encouraged to participate in domestic and international academic conferences when achievements are made.

Application Method

Interested students, please send your resume to ssman6(at)scut.edu.cn, and indicate your name and application for postdoctoral fellow/master’s student/undergraduate research intern (research assistant) in the email subject.

Note: The research group warmly welcomes talents with research aspirations and a diligent work ethic to join. If you wish to know more, please email me. Thank you.