Karis Boyd-Sinkler
Research Scientist in Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Duke University’s Pratt School of Engineering; Ph.D. in Engineering Education
Karis Boyd-Sinkler, PhD is a Research Scientist in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Duke University. She has over 12 years of experience leading multiple mentoring, outreach, and professional development programs focused on the recruitment and retention of engineering students at all levels and ages. She delivers solutions that optimize workflows by applying human-centered design methodologies to complex technical challenges while prioritizing user satisfaction and engagement. Her background in industrial engineering informs her approach to UX, allowing her to design experiences that seamlessly integrate human factors with process optimization, resulting in functional and user-applicable products. Dr. Boyd-Sinkler has a B.S. in Engineering Science from the University of Virginia and a M.Eng in Industrial and Systems Engineering and a Ph.D. in Engineering Education from Virginia Tech.