Hi, my name is
HUmmd alikhan
Research aSSISTANT AND Phd student
I am a Ph.D. student in the Information School at the University of Washington. In the broadest sense, my research interests include data sovereignty, conceptualizations of personhood, and the social and socioeconomic implications of smart city initiatives. I am advised by Lindah Kotut. If you’re interested in learning more about my research or would like to collaborate, please feel free to get in touch with me.
Publications & Projects
Education & Experience
2016-2020
Cornell University
BA in Information Science and Government. Minor in Law.
2018
Intern – Human rights watch
I participated in advocacy, managed databases, executed outreach initiatives, created documents to showcase research results for donor relations, and contributed to research on coal mining practices for Human Rights Watch.
2019
product development intern – Halosentient
Conducted research, guided R&D decisions on technology design ethics and privacy, and edited CSIRP documents for cybersecurity consulting clients.
2020-2021
Privacy tech analyst – Aleada Consulting
Established and maintained complex Data Inventories for our clients. Researched upcoming privacy legislative changes in order to keep the firm aware of potential operative changes.
2021-2022
Senior analyst – aleada consulting
Effectively managed project timelines, drafted deliverables, and provided regular status updates to up to 9 clients concurrently, including Atlassian and Wikimedia, while integrating privacy research into internal and external recommendations and spearheading employee training initiatives.
2022-2023
Teaching assistant – uw ischool
Facilitated courses such as Gender and Information Technology, as well as research methods and design methods. Skilled in guiding students through course materials, leading discussions, and providing valuable academic support to enhance learning outcomes.
2022-PRESENT
PhD Student – UW iSchool
Proficient in conducting independent research, analyzing complex data sets, and collaborating with peers and faculty to advance knowledge in Human Computer Interaction. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate findings through presentations, publications, and academic writing. Eager to contribute to the scholarly community and make meaningful contributions to the field.
2023-present
RESEARCH ASSISTANT – uW ISCHOOL
Dedicated research assistant adept at supporting project management, conducting thorough literature reviews, and analyzing data to contribute insights in HCI. Proficient in drafting reports, coordinating with team members, and employing research methodologies to advance project objectives.