This informative panel on careers in Human Factors Psychology includes an overview of the field of HF and six HF psychologists who conduct research and apply psychological science to ensure safe, efficient, and effective performance in a variety of settings. Panelists work in the area of HumanComputer Interaction/HumanRobot Interaction, Cognitive Neuroscience and HumanTechnology Interaction, Team Communication using Fuzzy Cognitive Mapping, Vicarious Learning Environments and Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITS), Interventions Supporting Home Health Management, and Gaming/Gamification and Virtual Reality. In addition to describing their career paths, panelists provide insight about graduate education and deciding on a career path in HF.

More information on Human Factors Psychology may be found at:
• APA Div 21: Applied Experimental and Engineering Psychology
https://www.apa.org/about/division/div21
• Human Factors and Ergonomics Society :
https://www.hfes.org
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