Maryam Monalisa Gharavi, Ph.D., M.F.A.
About Maryam Monalisa Gharavi, Ph.D., M.F.A.
Maryam Monalisa Gharavi, Ph.D., M.F.A., is a faculty member at the School of Visual Arts in New York and the founder and author of 'Exhaust.' She specializes in AI, interaction design, and data privacy, and has held various academic and research positions across multiple institutions.
Current Work at Substack
Maryam Monalisa Gharavi serves as the Founder and Author of 'Exhaust' on Substack since 2023. In this role, she explores themes related to AI, data, and extractive economies, providing insights and commentary through her publication. Her work on Substack reflects her commitment to addressing complex societal issues and engaging with a broad audience.
Faculty Position at School of Visual Arts
Since 2023, Maryam Monalisa Gharavi has been a faculty member at the School of Visual Arts in New York, New York. She teaches in the Interaction Design MFA program, where she shares her expertise in AI, interaction design, and user experience. Her role involves guiding students in developing innovative design solutions and understanding the implications of technology in society.
Previous Experience in User Experience Research
Maryam Monalisa Gharavi worked at Tech2Live as a Senior User Experience Researcher for seven months in 2023. Prior to that, she held the position of User Experience Researcher at the same company for two months in 2022. Her experience in user experience research has equipped her with skills in understanding user needs and enhancing product design.
Educational Background and Specializations
Maryam Monalisa Gharavi has an extensive educational background, holding a Doctor of Philosophy in Comparative Literature from Harvard University. She also earned a Master of Fine Arts in Film/Video from Bard College and a Master of Arts in Comparative Literature from Harvard. Her studies focused on AI, LLM, NLP, interaction design, and data & privacy, reflecting her multidisciplinary approach to research and teaching.
Global Experience and Initiatives
Maryam Monalisa Gharavi has significant global experience, having worked as a Fulbright Postdoctoral Fellow and Lemann Scholar in various countries, including Brazil, the Netherlands, and France. She founded the Oil Research Group (ORG), a collective dedicated to investigating oil, data, and extractive economies. Her initiatives aim to empower disenfranchised communities and promote social equity.