Dr. Poppy Crum

Meet Dr. Poppy Crum, an adjunct professor at Stanford University and former Chief Scientist at Dolby Laboratories.

Meet Dr. Poppy Crum, an adjunct professor at Stanford University and former Chief Scientist at Dolby Laboratories.

Crum is a neuroscientist and technologist who has made significant contributions to the field of human-computer interaction and AI. She is an author connected to 37 patents, mainly in augmented hearing systems and audio playbacks to enhance immersive and personalized audio experiences.

She holds a PhD in Neuroscience/Computational Psychology from UC Berkeley and completed her post-doctorate in Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University.

Career milestones:

▶ Member of the Defense Science Research Council (DSRC) of DARPA.
▶ Chief Scientist at Dolby Laboratories, a renowned company famous for its pioneering work in audio and imaging technologies. Crum led the development of immersive audio technologies by understanding how the brain processes audio, and using that knowledge to create more realistic and engaging audio experiences.
▶ CTO at Trimble Inc.

Academic research:

* Crum advocates for the development of "empathetic technology," which uses AI to understand and respond to human emotions. This approach aims to create more personalized and intuitive user experiences.
* Crum's research into augmented sensory systems explores how technology can enhance our perception of the world around us. This work could lead to new AI applications that provide more immersive and informative experiences.

She has received notable awards such as:

* Hedy Lamarr Award for Technology Innovation (2021)
* Billboard Magazine’s 100 most influential female executives in the music industry

Here's a cool fact: Beyond her scientific achievements, Crum is also an accomplished violinist, having performed in a quartet with UC Berkeley astronomy professor Chung-Pei Ma.