Lincoln University graduate Dr. Gloria Washington, Class of 2000, has been named to the EBONY Power 100 STEM Trailblazers list.
Washington serves as an associate professor of computer science at Howard University, where she founded the Affective Biometrics Lab.
Her research focuses on affective computing, biometrics and human-centered design — work that explores how technology can better recognize identity, emotion and cultural nuance.
Washington’s projects range from analyzing how voice-enabled systems interpret Black slang to developing immersive tools that reduce bias among psychiatric professionals.
Her research, supported by the Office of Naval Research, the National Science Foundation and major tech companies, bridges innovation and equity to create more inclusive digital experiences.