Daniel Kane

College of Engineering

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Daniel Kane is a third-year Ph.D. student in the College of Engineering at Utah State University, His research interests include spatial ability, accessibility for students with disabilities, artificial intelligence in education, and enhancing electric vehicle charging system infrastructure. He has authored 16 peer-reviewed publications and presented at numerous academic conferences across North America. Daniel has contributed significantly to the development of the Tactile Mental Cutting Test (TMCT) which is a significant advancement in assessing spatial ability for blind and low-vision populations. His research has helped inform teaching methods and develop strategies for improving STEM education accessibility. He has collaborated with students and faculty from various USU departments, including finance, psychology, and HDFS. Currently, he is studying how AI tools are utilized by students across USU’s colleges to optimize their educational value. In addition to his research, Daniel has mentored 15 undergraduate students and volunteered as a judge at numerous academic research events. Through his leadership as president of the ASEE student chapter at USU, he has initiated outreach activities at local K-12 schools and promoted student engagement in research. Daniel’s contributions to research at USU reflect his commitment to addressing current challenges in education and society.