Dr. Lin Liu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Liu’s research focuses on statistical methodology, particularly in developing efficient techniques for detecting differences in dose-response means, identifying minimum effective doses in dose-response toxicity studies, and creating new statistical software for longitudinal analysis of HIV viral load data. He has contributed significantly as a collaborative biostatistician in multiple areas including cancer, cardiovascular disease, and infectious disease epidemiology. His expertise extends to topics such as chronic pain, substance abuse, sleep apnea, PTSD, Parkinson’s disease, TBI, and telemedicine. Through innovative research, his work has influenced the development of prognostic models in colorectal cancer research.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California, San Diego

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in physical, biological, or earth sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Differential and integral calculus. One year of calculus-based physics with laboratory. One year of chemistry with laboratory.
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose (max 2 pages)
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application fee ($135 domestic / $155 international)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).