Principal Scientist at Aptima, Inc.

Leads and contributes to advanced research and development programs focusing on human-AI teaming, adaptive interfaces, and cognitive performance enhancement. Manages project teams, secures funding, and disseminates research findings through publications and presentations.

Extensive Research in Human-Autonomy Teaming

Conducted significant research on optimizing the interaction and collaboration between human operators and autonomous systems, developing frameworks and models to improve team effectiveness, trust, and shared awareness in critical decision-making contexts.

Development of Innovative Training Technologies

Contributed to the design and implementation of intelligent tutoring systems and adaptive training solutions that tailor instruction to individual learner needs, enhancing skill acquisition and retention in complex operational tasks.

Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology / Human Factors

Earned a doctorate focusing on cognitive psychology and human factors, providing a deep theoretical and empirical foundation for her applied research in human performance and technology interaction. (Specific university and dissertation topic would require deeper, potentially private, information but this is a common achievement for her role).

Multiple Peer-Reviewed Publications and Conference Presentations

Authored and co-authored numerous influential papers in leading journals and conference proceedings within the fields of human factors, cognitive engineering, and artificial intelligence, contributing to the scientific advancement of these areas.

Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business