معرفی
Umair Rehman is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science Department at Western University, directing the Human-Centered Computing Group (HCCG). He holds an MASc and PhD in Systems Design Engineering from the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on three core areas: entertainment computing (video games and social technologies), human-centered artificial intelligence, and systems in complex environments. Rehman’s work integrates Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and cognitive engineering to develop user-centered systems balancing entertainment and productivity. He emphasizes ethical considerations in human-technology interaction, including algorithmic transparency and AI moral reasoning.
His research group explores topics such as AI-generated image evaluation frameworks (e.g., GLIPS score), moral decision-making comparisons between humans and AI models (ChatGPT-3), and cybersecurity human factors. Notable projects include studies on flight simulation training devices, blockchain e-voting adoption, and longitudinal coadaptation of older adults with smart technologies.
Rehman’s interdisciplinary approach spans game design ethics, wearable technology adoption, and cognitive modeling in driving scenarios. His work bridges technical innovation with societal impact, addressing challenges in AI transparency, cybersecurity education, and technology accessibility. Current initiatives include developing frameworks for evaluating AI systems through human perception and advancing ethical guidelines for autonomous systems.
