Pallabi Bhowmick is involved in the CREATE VR project and the HRI project. Before coming to UIUC, she worked for four years in Wipro and Intel. Her research focuses on using virtual reality to enhance cognitive and social engagement opportunities for older adults, examining its usability, efficacy, and acceptance among this demographic. Additionally, her work includes utilizing robots to support daily activities and social interaction, thereby promoting independent living for older adults.

Bachelor’s Degree: Computer Science and Engineering, West Bengal University of Technology, India, 2012

Master’s Degree: Informatics, Technical University of Munich, Germany, 2018

Doctor of Philosophy: Health Informatics, Indiana University Bloomington, USA, 2024