Expertise

Dr. Hill is a human factors engineer and systems thinker with a passion for using technology to solve complex problems.  Her research applies systems engineering principles to understand and assess the needs of users and she employs human-centered design techniques to create technological interventions that meet those needs.  She is especially interested in engaging technology users as co-designers of these technologies.

Dr. Hill’s current research focuses on promoting healthy aging, including using technology to support informal caregivers of people with dementia and to assist older adults in making safe medication decisions.

Scholarly Interests:

  • Human factors and ergonomics
  • Human-centered design and universal design
  • Health systems engineering
  • Technology-based interventions
  • Telehealth
  • Family caregiving
  • Health equity
Degrees
PhD, Purdue University, Industrial Engineering, 2019
MS, Purdue University, Industrial Engineering, 2017
BEng, Toronto Metropolitan University, Aerospace Engineering, 2015