Elizabeth Mynatt

Elizabeth Mynatt is the Dean and Professor of the Khoury College of Computer Sciences at Northeastern University. Her research focuses on human-centered computing, personal health informatics, and assistive technologies, particularly for aging populations. She leads the National Science Foundation's AI Institute (AI-CARING) and co-directs Emory University's Cognitive Empowerment Program. Mynatt advocates for federal research funding, emphasizing its role in technological innovation and economic growth. She is a Fellow of the ACM and member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Her leadership includes fostering inclusive computing education and developing the Oath for Computing Professionals. Mynatt has over 100 publications, with work spanning ubiquitous computing, health informatics, and AI ethics. She previously held roles at Georgia Tech, including Regents' Professor and director of the Institute for People and Technology.

Key contributions include designing AI systems to support aging-in-place, technology-mediated caregiving, and addressing challenges in mental health medication management. Her collaborations with industry and global institutions highlight her commitment to sociotechnical systems that enhance human capabilities while respecting cultural contexts.