Mission Statement
Einbrain Lab pioneers XR (AR/VR/MR) solutions to prepare for human-AI collaboration, training engineers in technical skills for interconnected systems. We create innovative training platforms for real-world applications, aligning with industry and federal priorities
Director
Donggil Song
Donggil Song is the Director of Einbrain Lab, Associate Professor of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution at the College of Engineering, Texas A&M University (TAMU), and Affiliated Faculty of Multidisciplinary Engineering at TAMU. His engineering lab, Einbrain Lab, focuses on human-AI collaboration, developing AI-driven Extended Reality (XR) systems to enhance human performance and learning. He holds a Ph.D. in Instructional Systems Technology from Indiana University, an M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering from Seoul National University (SNU), a B.A. in Religious Studies from SNU, and has also completed a master’s program in Cognitive Science at SNU.
Members
Harine Choi
Harine Choi is AI/MR Engineer at Einbrain Lab and a Ph.D. student in Interdisciplinary Engineering at Texas A&M University. As a competitive AI scientist and MR engineer, she has developed VR, AR, and MR environments for healthcare training and special education, integrating AI. Ms. Choi earned her Bachelor’s degree in Statistics and Machine Learning from Carnegie Mellon University.
Akshat Jain
Akshat Jain is Robotics Engineer at Einbrain Lab and an M.S. Mechanical Engineering student at Texas A&M University. He designs, analyzes, tests, and validates electromechanical hardware with a passion in battery technologies and robotics, bridging mechanical and electrical systems. He also leverages AI for design optimization, test automation, reliability analytics, and data-driven decision-making. His experience includes internships in O&G at SLB and as a Hardware Test Engineer at Tesla.
Christopher Beltran
Christopher Beltran is an IT Security and XR Research Intern at Einbrain Lab and an undergraduate Information Technology Service Management (ITSV) student with minors in Cybersecurity and Human Resource Development at Texas A&M University. He holds industry certifications including CompTIA Security+ and ITIL Foundation. He will intern with Ernst & Young (EY) as a Technology Risk Assurance Consultant in Summer 2027.
Varunya Konakanchi
Varunya Konakanchi is an IT+AI Intern at Einbrain Lab, majoring in Information Technology Service Management and minoring in Business and AI in Business for her bachelor’s degree. She holds an ITIL Foundations certification. During her IT internship last summer, she helped implement AI in the workplace by analyzing its impact and presenting its benefits to employees.
Jack MacMiller
Jack MacMiller is an IT Engineer Intern at Einbrain Lab and Technology Service Management student at Texas A&M University, with expertise in computer networking and network administration.
Ozan Akbulut
Ozan Akbulut is a XR Engineer Intern at Einbrain Lab and a Software Engineering undergraduate student at Sam Houston State University working on AR/VR and XR-based educational applications, with interests in human-centered learning and interactive technologies.
Former Members
Yunus Emre Ozturk
Yunus Emre Ozturk was Development Manager at Einbrain Lab, and a Ph.D. student in Interdisciplinary Engineering at Texas A&M University. As a computer engineer and educator, he is passionate about leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences for all parts of society.
Sidharth Arivarasan
Sidharth Arivarasan was Software and Security Engineer at Einbrain Lab. He is now a Cybersecurity Engineer at Cybriant. Sidharth completed his Master of Engineering specializing in Cybersecurity at Texas A&M University, and is dedicated to bridging academic expertise with practical applications in cybersecurity.
Caden Kevin Kokes
Caden Kevin Kokes finished his Research Internship at Einbrain Lab. He pursues Engineering Major with a Minor in Cyber Security and Business at Texas A&M University.
Jason Lee
Jason Lee finished his Research Internship at Einbrain Lab in 2023. He is now an undergraduate student in Engineering at Purdue University.
Advisory Board
Eun Young Oh
Eun Young Oh is Lecturer of Center for Languages and Intercultural Communication, School of Humanities at Rice University. Dr. Oh earned a doctorate in Educational Technology from Seoul National University, South Korea. Her primary research focuses on computer-supported language learning environments, in particular, how to facilitate second language learning through the use of technology, such as virtual reality and speech recognition technology. Presently, She is the Creative Project Director of Einbrain Lab. Dr. Oh was a lecturer at Language Education Institute, Seoul National University, and East Asian Languages & Cultures at Indiana University.
John Wisneski
John E. Wisneski is Chief Business Officer of Einbrain, and a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Organizational Behavior Research Group at the Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University. He previously served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at both the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University and the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. His primary work responsibilities included selling and leading the delivery of large-scale systems integration Programs.
Matthew Callison
Matthew Callison is Chief Innovation Officer of Einbrain. Dr. Callison is the Director of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships for the South Fayette Township School District. He earned a doctorate in Instructional Systems Technology from Indiana University. He works as an instructional consultant, teaches undergraduate and graduate level technology education courses, and serves on the advisory board of the Jacobs Educator Award Program.
Einbrain Lab Contact:
einbrainlab@gmail.com