I am a PhD Candidate at the Augmented Human Lab, University of Auckland. I explore and create technologies which extend human memory and cognition.
I completed my BEng at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). Formerly an undergraduate researcher at SUTD-Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) International Design Center in Robotics, Community Design and Additive Manufacturing. During breaks, I make short-films and play the ukulele, acoustic and electric bass guitar.
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PhD, 2018 to Present
University of Auckland
BEng in Engineering Product Development, 2016
Singapore University of Technology and Design
My research aims to build the next generation of “memory augmentation” technologies, which use “biosignals” (physiological responses) to peer deeper into people’s cognitive context and states, to give just-in-time memory training and assistance.
Project Prospero explores the use of biosignals of heart rate variability and skin conductance to detect calmness (cognitve context) for opportunistic memory training.
Project ProspecFit investigates the digitisation of an effective memory training technique to use on smartphones.
Project MEye (work-in-progress) explores the use of eye-movements and other biosignals to detect intentions to recall information in order to provide adaptive memory assistance.
Using heart-rate sensors in smartwatches to sense force during gestures and grasps
2018
Digitally facilitating an effective memory training technique on smartphones
2018
Understanding cognitive-affective states in kindergarteners
2017
Building personal duel-worthy ‘lightsaber’ for fun and fitness
2017 to 2019
Reimagining childrens' green library in Singapore
2016
Amphibious rolling robot for search-and-rescue and marine biology surveys
2015
Designing modular sportswear to enhance runners' performance and blood circulation
2014
Collection of short-films
2014 to 2019
Designing reliable low-cost 3D printers
2013
Using heart-rate sensors in smartwatches to sense force during gestures and grasps
2018
Digitally facilitating an effective memory training technique on smartphones
2018
Understanding cognitive-affective states in kindergarteners
2017
Building personal duel-worthy ‘lightsaber’ for fun and fitness
2017 to 2019
Reimagining childrens' green library in Singapore
2016
Amphibious rolling robot for search-and-rescue and marine biology surveys
2015
Designing modular sportswear to enhance runners' performance and blood circulation
2014
Collection of short-films
2014 to 2019
Designing reliable low-cost 3D printers
2013
Using heart-rate sensors in smartwatches to sense force during gestures and grasps
2018
Digitally facilitating an effective memory training technique on smartphones
2018
Understanding cognitive-affective states in kindergarteners
2017
Building personal duel-worthy ‘lightsaber’ for fun and fitness
2017 to 2019
Reimagining childrens' green library in Singapore
2016
Amphibious rolling robot for search-and-rescue and marine biology surveys
2015
Designing modular sportswear to enhance runners' performance and blood circulation
2014
Collection of short-films
2014 to 2019
Designing reliable low-cost 3D printers
2013
I publish in premier venues in Human-Computer Interactions such as IMWUT (Ubicomp) and CHI. Filter publications
I am seeking research internship opportunities. Drop me a note for research/industry collaborations and invited talks: