Eliza Kosoy

Eliza Kosoy is a dedicated researcher and entrepreneur focused on artificial intelligence and its applications in education, particularly aimed at bridging the gender gap in STEM fields. Currently serving as a Student Researcher at Google DeepMind, Eliza also founded E-liza Dolls, a company that creates patent-pending dolls designed to teach young girls coding and hardware building skills through engaging projects. As a PhD candidate in Cognitive Science at the University of California, Berkeley, Eliza's research emphasizes the intersection of artificial intelligence and child development, under the guidance of Professor Alison Gopnik. Previous research roles include internships at Google, where work involved studying mental models of AI in children and adults, and assisting with cognitive science research at prestigious institutions such as Harvard and MIT. Eliza's academic and professional journey reflects a robust commitment to fostering interest in STEM among young girls.