Prospective Students

Thank you for your interest in my research! I've put together some information to help you understand what I look for in students and collaborators. My goal is to create a research environment that supports learning, creativity, and well-being. I hope this helps you decide if our interests and working styles align.

What I Look For in Students

I welcome students from diverse backgrounds and experiences. You don't need to have everything figured out — just a genuine interest in growing and contributing. Here are some qualities I especially value:

• Research Fit: At the heart of my work is a commitment to human-centered technology. I explore how people engage with AI in productivity and creative contexts, design intuitive and impactful user experiences, and develop accessible tools that empower diverse users. I encourage you to review my recent publications and let me know what sparked your interest or what ideas you're excited to pursue.
• Curiosity: I look for students who are eager to learn and ask thoughtful questions. Curiosity drives exploration, helps uncover new insights, and leads to more meaningful research.
• Time Management Skills: I appreciate when students try to stay organized and proactive. Setting goals, managing time, and following through on tasks can make our collaboration smoother and more rewarding.
• Open Communication: I deeply value honesty and transparency. Clear and authentic communication builds trust and helps me support you better.

Programs I'm Affiliated With

Master's and PhD students

You can apply to work with me through one of the following graduate programs at York University:

• MSc in Computer Science
• PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

If you are currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD program outside Canada, you may be eligible to visit my lab through the International Visiting Research Trainee (IVRT) program at York University.

Undergraduate students at York University

• Lassonde Undergraduate Research Award (LURA)
• Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA)
• Research at York (RAY) Program

Undergraduate students outside Canada

• MITACS Globalink Research Award

Collaboration Opportunities

If you're working on a topic related to my research and are interested in collaborating, feel free to contact me directly by email.

Interested in Reaching Out?

If you'd like to contact me about research opportunities, please include the following in your email. This helps me get a clearer picture of your interests and background and saves us from too much back and forth. I read every email carefully, but I may not be able to respond to everyone. Even if you don't hear back, I truly appreciate your time and wish you all the best on your academic journey!

1. Include "projects Student" in the subject line.
2. Mention the role you're interested in (e.g., Undergraduate RA, MSc, PhD) and your anticipated start date (e.g., Fall/Winter 2026).
3. Share your research interests and any ideas or proposals for future projects. Feel free to reflect on one of my papers — what stood out, what could be improved, or how you'd build on it.
4. Provide a short summary of your relevant skills and experiences (e.g., full-stack development, UX/UI design, research methods). Experience with web development, LLM APIs, and user studies is helpful but not required.
5. Attach your CV and unofficial transcripts, if available.
6. Feel free to include anything else you think is important.