“What makes humans thrive?”
PhD (in progress) – University of California, Irvine
Informatics (Advisor: Prof. Madhu Reddy)
Research: AI, digital health, and mental well-being
M.S. – Georgia Institute of Technology
Human–Computer Interaction (Advisor: Prof. Munmun De Choudhury)
Research: Patient perspectives on AI-driven predictions of Schizophrenia relapses
B.S. – Carnegie Mellon University
Psychology & Cognitive Neuroscience (Advisors: Prof. David Creswell Prof. Janine Dutcher)
Research: Cognitive psychology, social/health psychology, and what drives human flourishing
MERGE (CX Strategist)
Led strategy and research initiatives in healthcare and education, focusing on patient engagement and digital experience design.
UPS (UX Research Analyst)
Led research on UPS.com and mobile apps, optimizing usability and accessibility.
Lark Health (UX Research Intern)
Studied user engagement with an AI-driven chatbot for diabetes management, shaping digital health interventions.
Research Intern – Seoul National University
UX Research on Voice User Interface (Advisor: Prof. Joon Lee)
Researcher / Lab Manager – New York University
Neuroscience research: linking brain and behavior to health outcomes (Advisor: Prof. Jon Freeman)
For me, research is the cornerstone of meaningful product and system design. I’m energized by the interplay of asking novel questions, blending quantitative and qualitative methods, and uncovering insights that connect deeply with human needs. This is what gives “breath” to any technology.