Regular biography
Andrés Monroy-Hernández is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Princeton University. His research focuses on human-computer interaction and social computing. He co-leads the Princeton HCI Lab and is associated faculty at several university centers, including the Center for Information Technology and Policy and the Keller Center for Innovation. His work includes developing technologies that enhance human connection and collaboration, such as MIT's Scratch and Snapchat's Project IRL. His research has been recognized with best paper awards at CHI, CSCW, HCOMP, and ICWSM, and has been featured in major media outlets. He has also been named one of the 35 Innovators under 35 by the MIT Technology Review. His recent projects include The Workers' Algorithm Observatory and Capybara, a social AR app for children.
Scholar-generated biography
Andrés Monroy-Hernández is a researcher in Human-computer Interaction and Social Computing, focusing on how digital technologies shape and are shaped by human behavior. His work explores the design of systems that support collaborative and creative practices, particularly in online communities and educational contexts. He investigates how platforms can foster civic engagement, computational thinking, and media creation while addressing challenges such as attribution, anonymity, and the impact of social media on public discourse. His research spans both theoretical and applied domains, with a strong emphasis on understanding the social and cultural dimensions of technology use.