Exploring the Impact of Generative AI on Health Decision Making and Wellbeing
Abstract
Generative AI is increasingly used for health information, advice, and decision support, raising important questions about how people interact with and rely on these technologies. This PhD will explore how AI shapes users' reasoning, trust, autonomy, and emotional experiences in health-related contexts. It will investigate the opportunities and risks of AI support, including how different forms of interaction may strengthen or undermine users' confidence, competence, and independent judgement. Drawing on Human–AI Interaction, cognitive psychology, and design engineering, the research will develop and evaluate approaches to designing AI systems that support informed, autonomous, and psychologically beneficial interactions.
How to Apply
Please contact Dr Talya Porat if you are interested in applying for this project.
For more information on submitting a PhD application, please consult our application pages here. When you submit your application, please cite this project title in the 'how you are planning to fund your PhD' section.
The deadline for submitting your application is 11 January 2027.