Soomin Cho
About Soomin Cho
Soomin Cho is a User Insight Researcher with a background in psychology and experience in UX research. Currently at Kunduz, she explores the integration of empathy in AI to enhance children's learning experiences.
Current Role at Kunduz
Soomin Cho serves as a User Insight Researcher at Kunduz, a position held since 2022. In this role, Cho focuses on understanding user behavior and preferences to inform product development and enhance user experiences. The research conducted aims to integrate insights from psychology into the design of educational tools, particularly in the context of AI applications for learning.
Previous Experience in UX Research
Prior to joining Kunduz, Soomin Cho worked as a UX Researcher at Bondit for one month in 2021. This role involved gathering user feedback and analyzing data to improve user interface design. Additionally, Cho served as a Research Assistant at Seoul National University from 2020 to 2021 for eight months, contributing to various research projects in the field of psychology.
Educational Background
Soomin Cho completed a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at New York University from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, Cho studied at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where a degree in Psychology was achieved from 2019 to 2021. This academic background provides a foundation for understanding human behavior, which is essential for research in user experience and AI.
Research Interests and Focus
Soomin Cho explores the integration of empathy in AI agents to enhance children's learning experiences. The research focuses on how empathetic AI can positively impact educational outcomes for the next generation. This interest is driven by a motivation to understand the qualities that define humanity, merging insights from psychology and computer science.
Research Assistant Experience
Soomin Cho has held research assistant positions at both the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Seoul National University. At the University of Illinois, Cho worked from 2019 to 2020 for nine months, gaining experience in academic research methodologies. The role at Seoul National University lasted from 2020 to 2021 for eight months, further developing skills in research and analysis.