معرفی
Assistant Professor Dong Whi Yoo serves at Kent State University's School of Information, teaching core courses including Introduction to UX Design and UX in Practice within the 100% Online Master of Science in User Experience program.
His academic credentials feature:
- Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Georgia Institute of Technology
- Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction from Georgia Institute of Technology
During doctoral studies, he completed research internships at Meta and Mayo Clinic.
Professor Yoo's research bridges Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW), and Digital Mental Health, with emphasis on ethical AI applications for mental healthcare. Through analysis of smartphone and social media data from college students, his work examines how artificial intelligence can support mental well-being while addressing systemic biases against marginalized communities. His methodology combines machine learning techniques with direct participant engagement to understand technology perceptions and self-care practices.
Yoo advocates for transparent AI development and inclusive design frameworks, emphasizing that 'ethical issues are already embedded in our social structures.' His teaching encourages students to pursue interdisciplinary solutions to complex technological challenges in healthcare contexts through human-centered design principles.
