Dr. Yussy Chinchay is an Assistant Professor and Researcher in the Department of Computer Engineering at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM). She earned her PhD from UAM, with her dissertation titled "Designing Learning Technologies for Children with Autism: Bridging Gaps in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)."

Since joining the " Group for Advanced Interactive Tools " (GHIA) in 2020, she has focused her research on the development of educational and assistive technologies for individuals with special needs, particularly those with cognitive disabilities, such as autism. Her work aims to bridge the gap between human-computer interaction and the unique needs of this population, fostering the design of more inclusive and accessible technology solutions.

Before transitioning to academia, Dr. Chinchay had a substantial career in the technology consulting industry. She served as a Team Lead on international projects centered on mobile technologies, with her final years in the field spent in Munich, Germany.

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