Shan Bao

PhD in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of Iowa, 2009

Associate Research Scientist, Human Factors, University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI)

Associate Professor, Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering, University of Michigan-Dearborn

My research interests are to improve safety associated with motor-vehicle transportation by addressing both active safety (increased crash avoidance) and passive safety (increased crash protection) issues through the development and application of a wide range of research methodologies. These methodologies are targeted at developing a better understanding and modeling of driver behavior, including physical and cognitive attributes, driver decision-making processes and human intention prediction.

I am currently interested in:

• Driver distraction state detection and prediction
• Training and education to improve user understanding of automated vehicle technologies
• Communication and interaction between vehicle and vulnerable road users
• Seat belt use behavior and the effectiveness of seat belt interlock systems
• Driving style classification
• Human factors issues associated with connected and automated vehicle technologies