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Aaron Elkins serves as an Associate Professor and Director in the Management Information Systems Department within the Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University. His research bridges artificial intelligence, information systems, and social impact initiatives with a primary focus on combating human trafficking through technological solutions.
His educational background includes:
- PhD from the University of Arizona (2011) with dissertation research on vocalic markers of deception for automated emotion detection systems
- BS in Information Systems from San Diego State University (2003)
Elkins' research program centers on developing machine learning and knowledge management frameworks to identify human trafficking victims through analysis of online advertisements and communication patterns. His work integrates natural language processing with criminology to detect deception markers and trafficking indicators in digital content, particularly examining emoji usage and linguistic patterns in illicit online ads. This interdisciplinary approach creates practical tools for law enforcement and social service agencies operating in high-stakes environments.
His 2018-2020 publications demonstrate consistent focus on AI-driven victim identification, with increasing sophistication in analyzing unstructured text data from trafficking operations. The research trajectory shows progression from emoji-based deception detection to comprehensive knowledge management systems for victim identification, reflecting growing technical depth and real-world applicability.
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He maintains active affiliation with the James Silberrad Brown Center for AI Research, where his work contributes to the center's mission of developing socially impactful artificial intelligence applications through cross-disciplinary collaboration.
