Lucretia Williams, PhD

I DESIGN RESEARCH EVALUATE technologies to improve health & society experiences

Hey there! I am a Senior Research Scientist at Howard University’s Human-Centered AI Institute. My research interests are in human-computer interaction, responsible AI, digital mental health, and underrepresented communities. My research delves into the lived experiences of underrepresented communities, guiding the exploration of how emerging technological advancements can facilitate their access to and engagement in experiences initially not designed with them in mind.

I received my Ph.D. in Informatics from the University of California, Irvine under the advisement of Gillian Hayes. I was affiliated with the STAR Lab, UCI ANTrepreneur Center, and DECADE.

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"If you are silent about your pain, they will kill you and say you enjoyed it."

Upcoming Speaking Events

Oct 1, 2025: AI for Community Book Panel Discussion
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Meet Me In The Press 🗞️

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Howard University Works To Regain Prestigious R1 Status

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Recognizing Jazette Johnson and Lucretia Williams as the first Black women to earn their Ph.D. degrees in informatics at UCI

Lucretia Williams, PhD