Dr. Mengyao Li

Biography

Mengyao Li is an Assistant Professor in the School of Psychology at the Georgia Institute of Technology. She specializes in human factors, emphasizing the intricacies of human-AI-robot teaming and the dynamics of trust in automation. Her academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. in Industrial System Engineering, focusing on Human Factors from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Li's research explores the interplay of humans and artificial intelligence, particularly how trust can be modeled in real-time communications and social interactions. Through her work, she aims to develop frameworks that enhance safety in critical domains while fostering cooperation and communication between humans and machines. Her contributions extend to understanding trust dynamics over time, ensuring the design implications for safety policies related to autonomous vehicles and the frameworks for safe socio-technical systems. Li has co-authored various publications within her field, shedding light on the complexities of trust in human-AI interactions and the essential requirements for future hybrid societies. Her research findings resonate in various safety-critical environments, paving the way for advancements in both technology and user experience.

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