Speaker: Bruce N. Walker, professor in the School of Psychology and the School of Interactive Computing at Georgia Tech

Abstract: The new Center for Human-AI-Robot Teaming (CHART) at Georgia Tech is designed to unite researchers and innovators dedicated to advancing how humans, AI, and robotics work together; and to act as a catalyst for developing practical solutions to critical scientific and societal challenges. CHART will cultivate a collaborative ecosystem that brings together the brightest minds from academia and industry. The research conducted by CHART members will not only amplify the innovative work already underway but also adopt a comprehensive, transdisciplinary approach to tackle the complex challenges of this rapidly evolving field. Beyond leading innovative research, CHART is committed to promoting lifelong learning for current and future leaders in human-AI-robot teaming. 
Founding Director Bruce Walker will introduce the aims and mission of CHART, and will discuss how designing, developing, and deploying collaborative human-technology systems requires a deep understanding of people, technologies with agency, and teams science. This positions CHART squarely at the intersection of IPaT and IRIM. Dr. Walker will also introduce some of the CHART members, who already hail from 5 Georgia Tech colleges and 17 different universities (plus our industry partnerships), spanning fields such as psychology, design, interactive computing, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, public policy, and business. CHART welcomes new members. Finally, Dr. Walker will share some examples of the exciting projects already underway by CHART teams. Domains range from transportation to healthcare to education to assistive technology.

Short bio: Bruce N. Walker is a professor in the School of Psychology and the School of Interactive Computing at Georgia Tech. His interdisciplinary Sonification Lab studies human-computer interaction issues in non-traditional contexts, like cockpits and vehicle displays. Research interests include sonification and auditory displays, driving, trust in automation, technology adoption, human-AI-robot teaming, navigation and wayfinding, creativity, VR/AR tools, and assistive technologies. Dr. Walker teaches Sensation and Perception, Engineering Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction, Research Methods, Auditory Interfaces, and Assistive Technology. He is a Past President of the International Community for Auditory Display (ICAD). Dr. Walker is Director of the Center for Human-AI-Robot Teaming (CHART) and the Center for Inclusive Climate Communications (CICC). He is on the Steering Committee for the Center for Research and Education in Navigation (CRANE). In addition to academic research leading to over 250 journal articles and proceedings, Walker has consulted for NASA, state and federal governments, private companies, and the military. Dr. Walker is also an active entrepreneur, founding startups and working on projects related to COVID diagnosis, skin cancer detection, mental health monitoring, gun safety, and digital olfaction. 

Co-sponsored with:
* Institute for People and Technology (IPaT)
* Center for Human-AI-Robot Teaming (CHART)
* Institute for Robotics and Intelligent Machines (IRIM)