Sean Munson

Sean Munson is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Washington's Department of Human-Centered Design & Engineering. As co-director of the UW ALACRITY Center, he focuses on redesigning psychosocial mental health interventions for practical implementation. His research spans human-computer interaction, personal health informatics, and behavior change technologies, with particular attention to chronic condition management and mental health.

• University: University of Washington
• Department: Human-Centered Design & Engineering
• Academic Role: Adjunct Professor

Munson's recent work explores intersections between generative AI and personal health data, self-monitoring tools for conditions like migraines and hypertension, and ethical implications of tech work in post-layoff environments. His research group collaborates on projects involving patient-provider interaction, digital wellbeing, and the design of adaptive health technologies.

Notable scientific contributions include best paper awards at CHI 2017 and CHI 2025, with a focus on usability frameworks for mental health interventions and chronic disease tracking. He advises a cohort of PhD students and has mentored alumni now contributing to fields like digital health and human-computer interaction.