I am an incoming Assistant Professor at Nanyang Technological University, College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS). I am interested in crafting technologies that enhance human cognition and advance human potential. My research spans Human-Computer Interactions (HCI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), developing systems to support aspects such as memory, sleep, attention, and healthy aging. This includes pioneering work in wearables, physiological sensing, brain-computer interfaces, and extended reality (XR) applications.
Prior to NTU, I was a Postdoctoral Fellow at the MIT Media Lab, Fluid Interfaces Group. I was formerly from the Augmented Human Lab at the University of Auckland, a Visiting Researcher at NUS-HCI Lab, and Junior Researcher at Mercari R4D. As a creative technologist and designer, my background encompasses robotics, co-design, and personal fabrication. During breaks, I enjoy playing the ukulele, traveling, and making short films.
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Our aim is to develop and study novel digital, wearable and AI interfaces that support human cognitive abilities and cognitive health. We envision a future with cognitive enhancement tech which empower every individual to thrive.
We’re looking for: Students with degrees/interest in Computer Science, Neuroscience, HCI or related fields. Also: self-starters, team-players, good communication skills, compassion and vision for a better world.
Prefered skills: Strong engineering and programming ability, experience with applied ML and training models, running user studies and writing research papers (having at least 1 publication would be a plus).
Due to the high volume of emails received, I apologise in advance if I’m unable to respond to all individual enquiries. A more detailed “Join Us” page will be available soon.
Postdoctoral Fellow, 2022-2024
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Ph.D. in Bioengineering, 2018-2022
University of Auckland
B.Eng in Electrical Engineering, 2013-2016
Singapore University of Technology and Design
Exploring virtual reality spaces from video recordings increases experiential detail and affect of memories
Enhancing sleep quality and memory using sensory stimulation and memory reactivation during sleep
Co-design to understand older adults needs and concerns around GenAI, and opportunities to benefit daily tasks
Understanding cognitive-affective states in learners through performance scores, behaviour and biosignals
Collaborative display to encourage playful interactions in office spaces (2017)
Co-designing community space with residents, students and faculty in Vietnam (2015)
Designing modular sportswear to enhance runners’ performance and blood circulation (2014)
Designing reliable and low-cost 3D printers for personal fabrication (2013)
Constructing a personal duel-worthy ’lightsaber’ for fun and fitness
Collection of short films made by yours truly and co
Riding adventures, mods and fixes