Regular biography
Christopher McComb is a Gerard G. Elia Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. He previously served as an assistant professor in the School of Engineering Design, Technology, and Professional Programs at Penn State, where he also directed the Center for Research in Design and Innovation. McComb holds dual B.S. degrees in civil and mechanical engineering from California State University-Fresno and earned his M.S. and Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. His research interests include human social systems in design and engineering, machine learning for engineering design, human-AI collaboration, and STEM education. His work has been supported by the NSF, DARPA, and private corporations.
Scholar-generated biography
Christopher McComb is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, specializing in design science, engineering design, artificial intelligence, and human-machine teaming. His research explores the integration of AI in design processes, focusing on how human and artificial intelligence can collaborate effectively in complex engineering tasks. He investigates the impact of AI on human design teams, the role of empathy in design education, and the development of computational models to simulate cognitive styles in team problem-solving. His work emphasizes the use of machine learning and data-driven approaches to enhance design agility and team performance.