Jichen Zhu

Jichen Zhu is a professor at the IT University of Copenhagen, specializing in human-AI interaction, explainable AI (XAI), and health and wellbeing technologies. She leads the Procedural eXpression Lab (PXL) research group, which focuses on pioneering gamified learning and personalized adaptation systems. Her research spans diverse applications of artificial intelligence in human-computer interaction, educational technology, and entertainment design, garnering multiple academic honors. As a trailblazer in the field, she has made significant contributions to AI-based design methodologies and their practical implementation.

• 2025–Present·IT University of Copenhagen·Full Professor
  • Leads research and teaching in the field of AI interaction.
• 2021–2024·IT University of Copenhagen·Associate Professor
  • Conducted in-depth research on personalized AI in health and wellbeing technologies.
• 2016–2021·IT University of Copenhagen·Associate Professor
  • Researched gamified learning and experience management.

• 2004–2009·Georgia Institute of Technology·PhD (Digital Media)
  • Focused on the application of AI in interactive narrative design.
• 2004–2009·Georgia Institute of Technology·Master's (Computer Science - Intelligent Systems)
  • Studied the integration of computer science technologies with artificial intelligence.
• 2002–2004·Entertainment Technology Center·Master's in Entertainment Technology
  • Explored innovative applications in entertainment design and technology.
• 2000–2002·Bachelor’s in Architecture·Architecture
  • Built a foundation in design thinking and spatial structure.