HFES - Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Email Format
Civic and Social OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
HFES is a mid-sized professional association dedicated to the field of human factors and ergonomics. Founded in 1957, it is based in Washington, District of Columbia. It serves students, researchers, and industry practitioners by providing education, networking, and advocacy. The organization aims to strengthen collaboration across the field and connect research with practical application to support safe human-system interactions. In a recent development, HFES partnered with the National Institute of Standards and Technology to support the Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium, developing measurement science to promote trustworthy AI. The society also supports scholarly communication through its annual meetings and recognizes member contributions through programs and technical group activities.