Assistant Professor
Industrial and Systems Engineering Department
Emerging Technologies Building
College Station, TX 77843
Research
Dr. Zahabi’s research is focused on applying Human Systems Engineering theories and principles in 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 analyses techniques in different domains, interruptions in healthcare settings, patient safety monitoring and adverse event prediction using data analytics.
Education
Ph.D. Industrial and Systems Engineering, North Carolina State University, 2017
M.S. Industrial and Systems Engineering, Sharif University of Technology, 2013
B.S. Industrial and Systems Engineering, Sharif University of Technology, 2011