Dr. Duri Long

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Duri Long is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University's School of Communication. As a researcher in human-centered artificial intelligence, she is focused on the issues surrounding AI literacy and human-AI interaction. Given the increasing public interest in using AI, her work aims to improve resources that aid public understanding of AI developments and the technology that allows AI to interact comfortably with humans in complex social settings. Dr. Long's research explores how humans interact with AI and learns from these interactions to inform the design of public AI literacy interventions. She employs various methodologies and theoretical frameworks in her research, including those from learning sciences, design research, and cognitive science. Dr. Long has experience collaborating with artists and museums across the country to develop co-creative and embodied exhibits that incorporate AI technology. She holds a Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Georgia Tech and a BS in Computer Science and Dramatic Art from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Teaching and conducting research in human-centered AI.

Awards

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NSF Grant

Courses

Special Topics Research Seminar: Speculative Design in Human-AI Communication

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.