
Youngsoo Shin
Biography
Faculty Bio
Dr. Shin is an Assistant Professor at the Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems at Â鶹´«Ã½. He has a diverse academic foundation, with a B.A. in psychology, a B.S. in integrated design, and an M.S. in cognitive science and engineering from Yonsei University in South Korea, alongside a Ph.D. in human behavior and design from Cornell University. His professional expertise encompasses user experience (UX) and data science, with significant contributions at prominent companies such as AMOREPACIFIC, Samsung Electronics, Hyundai Motors, LG Electronics, and McKinsey & Company. In addition to his industry achievements, Dr. Shin has excelled in academia, having served as an instructor and visiting professor at Yonsei University, Kookmin University, and FASTCAMPUS before joining Â鶹´«Ã½.
Education
PhD, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 2023
Human Behavior & Design
MS, Yonsei University, Seoul, 2015
Cognitive Science & Engineering
BA, Yonsei University, Seoul, 2013
Psychology
BS, Yonsei University, Seoul, 2013
Human Environment & Design
Research and Creative Works
Research Interest
Dr. ShinÂ鶹´«Ã½™s research focuses on developing innovative AI technologies that assess and shape human experiences. He specializes in human-centered AI, creating systems that adapt to individuals to improve both user experience and AI performance. His current work examines the emotional, social, and cultural impacts of human-AI interactions, along with important ethical and alignment issues.
Courses Taught
Past Courses
CIT 481: Cpstn in Infrmtn Tchnlgy
CS 665: Product Development Project
IS 617: Information Systems Principles
IS 629: Programming User Interfaces
IS 679: Cognitive Science & Technology
IS 689: Human-AI Interaction
Publications and Presentations
Publications
Too Many or Too Little: Investigating Different Decision-making Experiences of Maximizers and Satisficers in Human-computer Interactions
Shin, Y. & Yoon, J. (2024). ACM OzCHI Human Factors in Computing Systems,. , pages 432-445.
Behavioral Intervention Technology in HCI: Conceptual Review, Synthesis, and Research Directions
Shin, Y., Kim, C. & Yoon, J. (2022). In Proceedings of The International Congress of International Association of Sciences of Design Research (IASDR). , pages 450-465.
Development of a Scale to Measure Decision-Making Tendency in Human-Product Interactions
Shin, Y., Kim, C. & Yoon, J. (2022). In Proceedings of The International Congress of International Association of Sciences of Design Research (IASDR).
Supporting UsersÂ鶹´«Ã½™ Behavioral Decision-Making Experiences through Hyper-Personalized Human-Technology Interactions
Shin, Y. (2022). In Proceedings of Designing Interactive Systems Conference (DIS Â鶹´«Ã½™22 Companion). , pages 8-11.
Towards Human-Centered Time Management Systems: The Development of 14 UX Design Guidelines for Time-related Experiences in HCI
Shin, Y. & Yoon, J. (2021). In Proceedings of MobileHCI Late-Breaking Work. (Issue 15) , pages 1-7.
PENCODER: Design for Prospective Memory and Older Adults
Shin, Y., Barankevich, R., Lee, J. & Kalantari, S. (2021). In CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems Extended Abstracts (CHI Â鶹´«Ã½™21 Extended Abstracts). , pages 1-7.
Genotype-Phenotype Interaction Analysis of Skin Properties via Genome-wideassociation Studies in 411 Korean Female
Ko, E., Kim, S., Shin, Y., Bae, J., Ahn, J., Goh, M., Jin, M., Lee, J., Kim, I., Park, B., Hong, K., Baik, S. & Youg, S. (2017). 24th Conference of the International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists.
Data-Centered Persuasion: Forging User's Prosociality and Designing Social Innovation
Shin, Y. & Kim, J. (2017). Computers in Human Behavior. Vol 80 (Issue 3) , pages 168-178.
Design for Experience Innovation: Understanding User Experience in New Product Development
Shin, Y., Im, C., Oh, H. & Kim, J. (2017). Behaviour & Information Technology. Vol 36 (Issue 12) , pages 1218-1234.
Self and Selfie: The Effect of Selfies on Self-esteem and Social Sensitivity
Shin, Y., Kim, M., Im, C. & Chong, S. (2017). Personality and Individual Differences. Vol 111 (Issue 1) , pages 139-145.
Creative Thinking and Co-creation in New Product Development
Shin, Y., Oh, H. & Im, C. (2015). Yonsei Business Review. Vol 52 (Issue 2) , pages 279-308.
Delineating Experience of the Closed SNS Using Theoretical Concepts: A Comparison Study with Open SNS
Im, C., Lee, S., Shin, Y. & Kim, J. (2015). In Proceedings of the Conference of the Korea Society of Management Information System. , pages 29-34.
Prosocial Activists in SNS: The Impact of Isomorphism and Social Presence on Prosocial Behaviors
Shin, Y., Lee, B. & Kim, J. (2015). International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction. Vol 31 (Issue 12) , pages 939-958.
Experience Innovation and Business Strategy: Design for User Experience in New Product Development
Shin, Y., Im, C., Lee, S. & Kim, J. (2015). Journal of Information Technology Services. Vol 14 (Issue 2) , pages 231-251.
Effect of Constraint and Supporting Features of Mobile Social Networking Games(SNGs) on User's Satisfaction
Im, C., Shin, Y., Kim, J. & Lee, I. (2015). The Journal of the Korea Contents Association. Vol 15 (Issue 7) , pages 353-367.
A Study on User Experience in the Usage Context of Erasing
Shin, Y., Im, C., Lee, S. & Kim, J. (2015). Science of Emotion and Sensibility. Vol 18 (Issue 2) , pages 65-74.
The Effect of an Emotional Factor on User Experience with Smartphone Unlocking Process
Lee, S., Shin, Y., Im, C., Beak, H., Lee, S. & Kim, J. (2014). Science of Emotion and Sensibility. Vol 17 (Issue 4) , pages 79-88.
A Research of Design Principles to Reduce Cognitive Load in Online Learning Platform
Im, C., Shin, Y., Lee, S. & Kim, J. (2014). In Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Human Computer Interaction Society of Korea. , pages 306-313.
Chapter 7. Design for Harmonious Experience (pp.157-185). Design for Experience: Where Technology Meets Design and Strategy
Kim, J. & Shin, Y. (2014). New York , USA:Springer.
Suggestions for Securing 'Golden Time' Based on Cognitive Science
Shin, Y., Oh, H., Lee, S., Im, C. & Kim, J. (2014). In Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Human Computer Interaction Society of Korea. , pages 396-403.