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Yan Lin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at Penn State University, with a research focus on Geographic Information Science (GIScience) and health/medical geography. Dr. Lin’s work explores the interrelated processes of space, place, and health, using GIScience, spatial analysis, and community-based research methodologies. Her research seeks to unravel the complex relationships among human health, social dynamics, and environmental factors, placing a particular emphasis on environmental health disparities affecting Native American communities. Dr. Lin aims to engage in sustained partnerships with indigenous communities to ensure that research efforts are responsive to local needs. Her work in spatial analysis and modeling addresses uncertainties in geospatial data and their social implications. Dr. Lin has received funding from various esteemed organizations, including the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. Before joining Penn State, she was an Associate Professor at the University of New Mexico, where she earned her Ph.D. in Geography from Texas State University and her master’s degree in GIS from Central South University. She has received multiple awards for her contributions to research and education, including the Women in STEM Faculty Development Award in 2022.
Penn State University • University Park, PA
Teaching and conducting research in Geographic Information Science and health geography.
University of New Mexico • Albuquerque, NM
Focused on GIScience and health-related research.
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