Summer Rebensky

Affiliation

Aptima, Inc.

Biography

Dr. Summer Rebensky, Scientist, Aptima, Inc., has a background focusing on human performance, cognition, and training in emerging systems. Dr. Rebensky has previous experience as a research fellow as a part of the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Gaming Research Integration for Learning Laboratory (GRILL) conducting research on drone operations and human-agent teaming utilizing game-based technology. Her other experience includes leading research efforts with the Air Force, Navy, and FAA out of the ATLAS Lab, human factors assessments of a trainer aircraft for the F-35 with Northrop Grumman, and developing courseware with Raytheon. Her research experience involves leveraging VR, AR, and game-based technology to optimize human performance in training and operations. Additional research areas include individualizing learning through gamification and adaptive technologies, cybersecurity, human-agent teaming, and trust in AI. Dr. Rebensky received her BA in psychology, MS in aviation human factors, and PhD in aviation sciences with a focus in human factors from Florida Tech.