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Dr. Fan Chengdiao
Product Lead
Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Stanford University, leveraging social computing technologies to unlock human potential worldwide.

I hold a Ph.D. in Anthropology from Stanford University, specializing in human behavior and group studies. My research interests primarily focus on human-computer interaction and social computing—particularly how we can use technology to positively influence human behavior and society. My past projects and publications include designing software systems to improve productivity, expand social communication, and uncover untapped social capital. I also founded a startup that developed an email productivity platform, scaling conversations through crowdsourcing.

The appeal of blockchain technology lies in its combination of decentralization and an economic tool. This technological marvel can mobilize individuals globally to participate and be rewarded for their contributions. Just as the internet has made the world more interconnected through information exchange, blockchain and cryptocurrencies can facilitate closer and more frequent value exchange collaborations. I believe their potential extends far beyond finance; they will create value that was previously unattainable or unrecognized at the individual, social, and global levels. My hope for Pi is to build an inclusive economic system that enables global citizens to unlock and capture their own value, thereby creating value for society and the world.

I speak English and Chinese. I am a scientist, engineer, wife, and a mother to a 3-year-old child.