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I am a Ph.D. candidate in Computer and Electrical Engineering at McGill University and Mila Quebec AI Institute. I work at the intersection of human-computer interaction, system safety, and design research to address algorithmic harms and enhance responsible AI practices. My research has been supported by prestigious awards, including the NSERC Doctoral Canadian Graduate Scholarship and Vadesz Scholarship, and my work has been published in top venues such as CHI and AIES.
My research focuses on three key areas:
- System Safety Frameworks for AI
Applying and adapting system safety frameworks, such as STPA, to identify and mitigate system-level hazards in AI systems. My work includes developing tools like PHASE and advancing safety analysis methods for distributed, complex AI technologies. - Algorithmic Harms and Measurement
Investigating how algorithmic harms are conceptualized and measured in the context of responsible AI principles like fairness and transparency. I analyze existing metrics and propose improvements through a system safety lens. - User Perspectives and Control
Examining how users’ mental models shape their ability to manage errors and control AI systems, with a focus on scenarios involving creative tools and writing assistants.
Beyond academia, I serve as the Executive Director of the Open Roboethics Institute, where I lead public engagement and key projects on roboethics and AI ethics. My professional experience includes nearly three years as a Responsible AI consultant at Mila Quebec AI Institute, eight months as a student researcher at Google, and two years co-founding and working in the Open Roboethics Institute, a nonprofit organization and a sister AI/robot ethics consulting startup.
In addition to research, I am passionate about teaching and curriculum development. I have designed and taught educational programs for students, researchers, and policymakers, and my teaching experience spans courses in engineering design, AI ethics and roboethics.
I earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics) and a master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of British Columbia. Throughout my academic journey, I have worked across multiple engineering disciplines while collaborating with experts such as ethicists, designers, sociologists, psychologists, healthcare professionals, and educators. These experiences have deepened my passion for interdisciplinary environments and shaped my approach to human-centered technology development.
Outside of my academic work, I enjoy dancing, choreographing, journaling, painting, and exploring new cuisines.
