I am a Ph.D. student in Public Administration and Policy with a concentration in Public Management. My research interests are at the intersection of public management and digital government. I am currently interested in exploring the use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, in the public sector.

What brought you to CTG UAlbany?

As a research center that has been conducting rigorous academic and applied research projects in digital government for more than 30 years, CTG felt like the perfect place for me to learn more about my area of interest.

What are your plans/goals for the future?

My goal for the future is to explore how we can better use technology for improving public services, ideally contributing to academic knowledge and informing practice. After completing my Ph.D., I wish to find an academic position and continue exploring interesting research questions in this area.

How can CTG UAlbany help you reach your goal for the future?

As a doctoral student studying the use of technology in the public sector, working at CTG UAlbany would allow me to gain crucial hands-on experience with innovative research projects. It would also give me the opportunity to learn from mentors who have been conducting important research in this field for a long time. The experience of working at CTG UAlbany will expand my research skills and better prepare me for my academic career ahead.