I am a Ph.D. Candidate at Cornell Tech under the supervision of Prof. Wendy Ju. My research investigates how context shapes human-robot interaction, with a focus on creating real-world simulations that reveal how people engage with robotic systems. I design systems and deploy studies in everyday environments to elicit authentic human responses to hypothetical setups, treating the real world itself as a testbed for simulation. This approach allows me to examine how environmental, social, and situational factors influence human perceptions and behaviors. By developing methods that help robots interpret and respond to nuanced human cues, my work seeks to improve the design and deployment of interactive robotic systems. Bridging design, robotics, and human-computer interaction, I aim to create technologies that are adaptable, contextually aware, and responsive to the complexities of real-world use.