My research interests span across the fields of learning sciences, instructional systems and learning technologies, and information science. My current focus is on AI in education, informal STEM learning, libraries as learning spaces, problem-solving, makerspaces, and educational affordances of emerging technologies.

My research focuses on adolescents’ psychosocial development and resilience within the context of proximal and distal influences in their socio-ecological systems. I also aim to strengthen collaboration among families, schools, and communities to promote positive youth development and support youth in navigating challenges with resilience.

My research looks at the interaction between lifestyle behaviors (e.g. diet, physical activity, sleep, nature engagement) and mental health in daily life. Lifestyle interventions, especially those focusing on sleep and nature.