Lab Members

Lab Director

Yizhou “Louis” Liu, PhD

Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology
The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Dr. Liu’s research focuses on cognitive psychology, decision-making, human-computer interaction, and intervention design. His work examines how cognitive, emotional, and contextual factors including stress, fatigue, and interface design influence internet users’ privacy-related decisions. He uses experimental methods, advanced statistical modeling, and user-centered design approaches to develop interventions that facilitate more informed decision-making, reduce stress, and improve users’ experiences with technology. Outside of work, he enjoys playing tennis and soccer, staying active, and spending time with family.

Research interests: Decision-Making, Human-Computer Interaction, Intervention and Training, User-centered Design

Graduate students

Andrew Atchley

Doctoral Student
Department of Psychology
The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Andrew Atchley is a doctoral student interested in decision-making, cognitive workload, and trust in automation in safety-critical environments.

Research interests: Decision-making, cognitive workload, trust in automation, safety-critical systems

Undergraduate research assistants

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