In this episode of The WPI Podcast, Erin Solovey, associate professor in the Department of Computer Science, introduces the concept of “thinking with AI,” a vision of human-centered intelligent systems designed as collaborative partners that enhance decision-making and creativity. She also discusses her research that seeks to make technology more intuitive and responsive. Solovey’s work lies at the intersection of AI, human-computer interaction, and neuroscience and is focused on how people interact with artificial intelligence.
Related links:
Human-Computer Interaction Lab
Interacting with AI at Work: Perceptions and Opportunities from the UK Judiciary
In this episode of The WPI Podcast, Erin Solovey, associate professor in the Department of Computer Science, introduces the concept of “thinking with AI,” a vision of human-centered intelligent systems designed as collaborative partners that enhance decision-making and creativity. She also discusses her research that seeks to make technology more intuitive and responsive. Solovey’s work lies at the intersection of AI, human-computer interaction, and neuroscience and is focused on how people interact with artificial intelligence.
Related links:
Human-Computer Interaction Lab
Interacting with AI at Work: Perceptions and Opportunities from the UK Judiciary
Meet a WPI alum who first visited campus in middle school and keeps coming back! In this episode of The WPI Podcast, Em Beeler ’22 discusses her journey to becoming a high school math teacher in Worcester and how her story is deeply intertwined with the university. From early exposure to math and science at WPI and a career-shaping opportunity to join WPI’s Teacher Preparation Program to post-graduation experiences on campus to further her professional skills and share her knowledge with the next generation, Beeler carries the lessons learned at the university into her work teaching and guiding her students.
Related links:
WPI Teacher Preparation Program
Research Experience for Teachers Program
Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs
Massachusetts Academy of Math & Science