Uma Maheswari Chinta, Ph.D.

Biography

Dr. Chinta is an Assistant Professor of Practice at Texas Tech University.  Her research is into understanding the emotional expression of autistic individuals. Utilizing facial expression analysis, EEG recordings, and eye-tracking techniques, she captures a holistic view of their emotional landscape. Facial expressions offer visual cues, EEG highlights the neurological processes, and eye-tracking pinpoints attentional shifts during emotional events. Yet, her commitment doesn't stop at research. She passionately educates students, ensuring they grasp both the theoretical and practical aspects of her field. Additionally, by actively collaborating with the broader community, she seeks to translate her findings into tangible benefits for those affected by autism.

Research Interests

• Emotional expression in autistic individuals. 
• Analysis of facial expressions as indicators of emotional states. 
• Use of EEG recordings to understand neurological responses tied to emotions. 
• Application of eye-tracking techniques to determine attentional focus during emotional experiences. 
• Implementation of machine learning and AI algorithms for enhanced emotion recognition. 
• Developing AI-driven tools to predict and understand emotional cues in autism more effectively.

Personal Information

Education

• Ph.D., Computer Science, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
• Master of Science., Computer Science, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs