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About
Katherine Fu is a leading voice in engineering design, with research that bridges cognitive science, systems engineering, and equity in STEM. Her work focuses on understanding how designers generate creative solutions, particularly through the development of **design heuristics**—cognitive strategies that guide innovation in complex systems. In her highly cited 2017 paper, Fu introduced a conceptual framework and method for extracting these heuristics, offering engineers a structured way to navigate the computational challenges of decision-making under uncertainty. This foundational contribution has shaped how researchers study and teach design thinking. Beyond her technical work, Fu is deeply committed to broadening participation in engineering. Her 2020 workshop report (5 citations) outlines community-building strategies to increase the representation of women and minorities in engineering design, reflecting her leadership in diversity and inclusion initiatives. With over 14 citations across her most prominent papers, Fu’s impact is both scholarly and social. She is recognized for advancing not only the tools of design innovation but also the people who wield them, making her a pivotal figure in creating a more inclusive and effective engineering design community.
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