Elsa Harris

Elsa Harris is a Professor in the Mathematics and Science Department at the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Otis College. Since joining in 2017 as an associate professor, she has served as program coordinator for Mathematics and Science courses, creating innovative curricula including classes on Infographics, Smart Textile Science, and Financial Literacy.

Her interdisciplinary research focuses on biomechanics, artificial intelligence applications for gait analysis, self-powered sensing systems, and renewable energy integration in wearable technology. She actively contributes to IEEE and AMS, while engaging in community service through the Los Angeles Rotary and other non-profits.

Education:

• PhD in Engineering and Computational Mathematics, Claremont Graduate University

Research Impact: Key areas include intelligent electronic textiles, sustainability applications, and data-driven storytelling. Her work has been recognized through multiple IEEE conference presentations and publications.

Scientific Awards:

• 2022 Outstanding Article (Frontiers in Robotics and AI Editor's Picks)
• 2024 IEEE ICARM Best Paper Finalist

Academic Contributions: Develops curricula emphasizing quantitative reasoning in real-world contexts while advancing research at the intersection of AI, biomechanics, and wearable systems.