People

Director

Dr. Maryam Zahabi

Phone: 979-458-2354

Office: ETB 4026

Dr. Zahabi’s research is focused on applying Human Systems Engineering theories and principles in the design and analysis of complex human-in-the-loop systems. In particular, she is interested in usability evaluation and interface design of health information technologies; law enforcement in-vehicle technology design, training, driving distraction and multi-tasking performance under high workload driving conditions; and virtual and augmented reality applications to improve human cognitive performance. Other research interests include applications of cognitive performance modeling and system safety analysis techniques in different domains, interruptions in healthcare settings, patient safety monitoring, and adverse event prediction using data analytics.

Postdoctoral Researcher

Dr. Xi Zheng

Email: xizheng@tamu.edu

Phone:

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Dr. Zheng’s research is focused on applying formal analysis methods, human performance modeling, and user experience research to design and develop assistive technologies and devices for people with disabilities.

Graduate Students

Junho Park PhD Student (2019~ )	Email: junho.park@tamu.edu Phone: 979-267-3608 Office: ETB 2016	Junho’s research is focused on human performance modeling methodology.
Farzaneh Shahini PhD Student (2019~ )	Email: farzane97@tamu.edu Phone: 979-324-9827 Office: ETB 2016	Farzaneh’s research is focused on human-automation interactions in emergency vehicles. Her current project is focused on assessing the effect of takeover situations and different levels of automation on police officer safety.
Vanessa Nasr Master Student (2021~ )	Email: vanessa.nassima@tamu.edu	Driving distraction
David Wozniak Master Student (2021~ )	Email: ace1208@tamu.edu	Human-automation interactions in emergency vehicles
Cesar Ivan Aguilar Reyes Master Student (2021~ )	Email: cesar.aguilarr23@tamu.edu	Industrial Engineering graduate student with working experience in data science. Cesar is interested in enhancing human performance using data analytics from a systems perspective. Adept in requirements definition, data analysis, and interpersonal skills. His current project is focused on adaptive virtual-reality-based training for pilots.