I am a first-year Master’s student at the University of Rochester. I am currently working with Professor Yukang Yan at the Bear Lab. My research focuses on human-centered AI systems that help improve accessibility.
Interests: Human-Computer Interaction, Human-AI interaction, Human-Centered Computing, Accessibility & Inclusion

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Education

M.S., Computer Science — University of Rochester
2025–2026, Rochester, NY

B.S., Computer Science & Engineering — North South University
2020–2024, Dhaka, Bangladesh

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Research Experience

BEAR Lab, University of Rochester — Research Assistant (Current)

• Conducting HCI research at the intersection of accessibility and AI, focusing on inclusive design for blind and low-vision users in remote collaboration contexts.

Design Inclusion and Access Lab (DIAL), North South University — Research Assistant (Dec 2023 - Jul 2025)

• Conducted HCI research on accessibility for people with disabilities, applying mixed-methods studies to uncover usability barriers and inform inclusive technology design.

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Projects

Mental Health of People with Disabilities in Bangladesh

• Conducted a mixed-methods study combining focus groups, surveys, and expert input to identify accessibility barriers.
• Designed a resource platform concept informed by user needs, aiming to improve access to mental health support.
• Contributed to HCI insights on inclusive design and AI for social good.

Regulated Smart Device for Children

• Led participatory design sessions with parents to understand concerns around children’s technology use.
• Prototyped an ML-assisted content filtering system that integrates safety, usability, and transparency features to promote healthier screen time.
• Highlighted design principles for balancing parental control with child autonomy.

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Contact

• Email: tasinkhan2000@gmail.com
• GitHub: github.com/tasiinn
• LinkedIn: /in/tasinkhan

Last updated: October 2025