research overview
- I work at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Human‑AI Teaming, designing embodied AI systems that extend and augment human capabilities. My work focuses on robots performing in complex environments that were not possible before, enabling new levels of collaboration and automation. I am driven by the challenge and opportunity of achieving impact through robotics, tackling significant societal problems, and ultimately creating systems that enhance human productivity and decision-making in challenging environments. With a strong track record of making robots work in real-world settings, my expertise spans Humanoids, Manipulation, Generative AI, Reinforcement Learning, as well as Robot Control, Planning, and Perception. At CU, I lead the \href{https://hiro-group.ronc.one/}{\bodyfont\scshape{human interaction and robotics group [hiro]}}, where we develop intuitive, human-centered technologies for the next generation of robot workers, assistants and collaborators. Our work is \textsl{interdisciplinary} and brings together insights from the neurosciences, psychology, and cognitive sciences to advance the field of \textsl{human-robot interaction (HRI)}.
