Dr. Calvin Liang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Calvin Liang is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University in the School of Communication. His research focuses on designing technologies that address health inequities faced by marginalized communities, with a particular emphasis on supporting the holistic health needs of queer and transgender people. Leveraging his expertise in design, diversity, equity, inclusion, and human-machine interaction, he works to create inclusive experiences that enable better health outcomes. His work integrates queer theory to critically analyze and advocate for technology that is sensitive to the diverse experiences of these communities, striving to reduce barriers and promote accessibility in health-related tech solutions.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.