I am a research scientist who investigates the influence of technology on individuals' health and well-being, focusing on the interaction between humans and technology. My primary research explores the variations in people's trust towards health-related artificial intelligence and identifies the factors that distinguish trust in artificial intelligence from trust in medical professionals. Additionally, my secondary research objective endeavors to understand the effects of smartphones on health, specifically examining their impact on sleep patterns and social connectedness. Through these investigations, I aim to deepen our understanding of the complex relationship between technology and human well-being, thereby informing the development of future interventions and strategies to promote healthier technology usage. 

I am a Post Doctoral researcher in the Immersive Simulation Program at NIH. My Ph.D. is in Psychology with a concentration in the Human Development and Public Policy.  I hail from sunny Southern California and have extensive previous research experience in health and social psychology. My goal is to continue working in research and use both my Psychology research and Public Policy expertise to study the current and future impacts of technology and how it may better complement our lives.