Hi, I’m Alissa Ann Josy, a Computer Science major at USF. I’ve always been fascinated by the intersection of technology and people, not just how systems work, but how they can be designed to make life better. That’s what drew me to research in artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, and data-driven applications.
Technically, I enjoy working with Python, Java, and C++ for building algorithms and problem-solving, and I’ve been gaining experience in full-stack development too. I also have a growing interest in machine learning, using libraries like scikit-learn and Pandas to analyze data and build predictive models.
What excites me about joining the RARE Lab is the chance to combine these skills with meaningful research questions. I want to contribute to projects that not only advance AI technically but also tackle real challenges, like making systems more fair, explainable, and supportive of human well-being. For me, this is an opportunity to grow as a researcher while working on problems that matter.
— 8/20/2025