Rob Duimering, PhD, PEng

Rob Duimering, PhD, PEng
Associate Professor
Location: CPH 4348

Biography

My research investigates social and behavioural aspect of technical systems, as well as communication, information processing, and cognition in groups and organizations. With my students and colleagues, I have used field studies to investigate design decision-making, product development, and communication and coordination in organizations. We have also used lab experiments to investigate individual and group problem solving, decision-making under subjective probability, and other aspects of human communication and cognition. Recent work investigates the use of machine learning/AI to model complex decision problems, as well as the behavioural effects of these tools.

Research Interests

  • Social/Behavioural Aspects of Technical Systems
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Communication & Cognition in Organizations
  • Design & Product Development

Education

  • 1998, Doctorate, Management Sciences, University of Waterloo
  • 1991, Master's, Management Sciences, University of Waterloo
  • 1988, Bachelor's, Mechanical Engineering, University of Waterloo

Awards

  • 2010, 2020 Faculty of Engineering Distinguished Performance Award
  • 2011 University of Waterloo Outstanding Performance Award

Graduate studies