Professor, School of Interactive Computing - Georgia Institute of Technology

Dr. Rosa Arriaga is a computer scientist, researcher, and educator whose work focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence, human-centered computing, and socially impactful technology design. At Johnson Millennium, Dr. Arriaga contributes academic insight and research perspective to the firm’s exploration of human-centered AI systems, behavioral technologies, and emerging digital platforms that shape how people interact with intelligent systems.

Dr. Arriaga is a Professor in the School of Interactive Computing at Georgia Institute of Technology, where her research examines how artificial intelligence and computing technologies can be designed to improve human well-being and societal outcomes. Her work spans areas including human-AI interaction, digital mental health technologies, autism support tools, and the broader field of human- centered computing.

Her research has been widely recognized for advancing the design of technologies that support individuals and communities through thoughtful integration of data science, behavioral insight, and interactive systems. Through interdisciplinary collaborations with clinicians, engineers, and behavioral scientists, she has helped develop computational approaches that translate complex human signals into practical tools that can support learning, accessibility, and health.

At Johnson Millennium, Dr. Arriaga provides guidance on emerging research trends in human-centered AI and behavioral computing, helping the firm maintain visibility into academic innovation that may shape the next generation of technology platforms. She also contributes perspective on how AI systems can be responsibly designed to understand and support human behavior at scale.

Through this collaboration between academic research and venture development, Dr. Arriaga strengthens Johnson Millennium’s ability to connect frontier scientific insight with real-world technology creation. Her perspective helps ensure that the firm’s exploration of human-centric technologies is informed by rigorous research while remaining focused on practical, scalable applications.

Dr. Arriaga received her PhD from Harvard University.