Abstract

As AI evolves, it is reshaping the creative landscape—from design and storytelling to policy innovation and continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible. In this talk, Dr. Yen will share her past work exploring the dynamic interplay between human insight and computational creativity, demonstrating how technology can enhance and transform the future of creative work. Drawing from her latest projects across diverse domains, she will highlight how these tools support learning, deepen reflection, encourage feedback sharing and interpretation, and drive more powerful iterations. With a forward-looking lens, this talk invites the next generation of creative practitioners to consider how AI can take on new roles in the creative process—not just fulfilling prompts, but supporting learning and collaboration. Ultimately, AI doesn’t just assist in creation—it redefines how we approach complex, interdisciplinary challenges.

Bio.

Dr. Yu-Chun Grace Yen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at National Yang-Ming Chiao Tung University. Her research blends computer science, cognitive science, design theory, learning, and psychology to democratize design tools and promote multi-stakeholder collaboration. She was awarded the prestigious Computing Innovation Fellowship in 2020 by the U.S. National Science Foundation and served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at UCSD's renowned Design Lab. Her research translates insights into practical guidelines for creativity support tools and has attracted attention from industry leaders, including Adobe Research, SAP, and CacaFly. In 2024, she was selected as a Junior Chair Scholar by CacaFly. Dr. Yen earned her Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and M.S. in Computer Science from National Taiwan University.

All faculty and students are welcome to join.