Hi there! I am a PhD Candidate at University of Alberta and Visiting Research Assistant at University of Victoria. My research is in Human-computer Interaction (HCI), where I focus on Affect, Lifelong Learning, Subjective Well-being. My core research passion is designing technologies that enrich affective experiences.

My PhD thesis investigates the interplays between emotions and cognitive demands in digital self-learning (e.g., Edu-game, simulators, AI pedagogist) and behavioural patterns (e.g., interaction, eye) related to these experience. I conduct interdisciplinary studies (e.g., language literacy, CS edu, healthcare) with varied populations (e.g., kids, university students, adult professionals). My work informs user-centered adaptation, which enhances experiences and improves performance. My recent work at VIXI Lab develops happiness tools for knowledge workers. In my master's study, I built mixed-reality communication system to provide a feeling of companionship.

I am actively looking for a research position.