Rachel Metzgar

Rachel Charlotte Metzgar

Position
PhD Candidate
Affiliation
Princeton University

Rachel Charlotte Metzgar

Position
PhD Candidate
Affiliation
Princeton University
About
Bio/Description

I'm currently studying perception of mind and human-AI interaction as a PhD candidate in Psychology at Princeton University. I use cognitive neuroscience techniques to investigate brain mechanisms supporting consciousness and perception of mind as a member of the Graziano Lab

Lately, my research has expanded to the exciting and complex intersection of AI and human behavior. I’ve developed an interest in human-computer interaction, exploring behavioral outcomes and how our brains respond when engaging with AI systems. I'm also interested in understanding how AI works using mechanistic interpretability methods.

Outside of the lab, I’ve been actively involved in projects that promote responsible AI development, driven by both enthusiasm for AI's potential and a recognition of the ethical concerns it raises.

These experiences, along with every research project and opportunity I’ve taken on, have shaped my commitment to a career in scientific discovery, where every day is a chance to learn something new.

Curriculum Vitae
Education

Princeton University, Princeton, NJ

  • PhD Candidate in Psychology, Expected Graduation: 2026
  • MA in Psychology, 2023

 

University of Delaware, Honors Program, Newark, DE

  • B.S. Neuroscience with Distinction & B.A. Biological Sciences, Minor in Wildlife Ecology & Conservation, May 2017