Vignesh Narayanan
About
Vignesh Narayanan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and the Artificial Intelligence Institute (AIISC) at the University of South Carolina. His research is at the forefront of dynamical systems, control theory, and artificial intelligence, with a primary focus on enhancing the safety and efficiency of autonomous systems. Dr. Narayanan specializes in "Human-Centered Autonomy," developing algorithms that allow AI-powered systems—such as drones and ground vehicles—to collaborate safely with human users and other machines. His work frequently utilizes reinforcement learning and information theory to model complex dynamics, ranging from opinion formation in social networks to the reliability of virtual health assistants in mental health settings. Additionally, he is affiliated with the Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment (CAN) Research Center, where he applies computational neuroscience and machine learning to improve personalized medicine and clinical decision support.
Research Performance Summary
First Recorded Paper
Design of Autopilots for Tactical Aerospace Vehicles: A Comparative Study
Year: 2014
Citations: 1
Venue: IFAC Proceedings Volumes 47 (1)
Latest Recorded Paper
OMEGA*: An Ontology-Driven Tool for Explaining Multi-Agent Path Finding
Year: 2026
Citations: 0
Venue: N/A
Last 10 Years Publication Activity
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