Dr. Ying Qing Chen

Professor

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Biography

Ying Qing Chen is a Professor at the Stanford Prevention Research Center. She has an extensive background in biostatistics, focusing on innovative statistical methods and their applications in public health. Her research interests include vaccine development, HIV/AIDS prevention, and chronic disease management. As the Director of the Palo Alto Veterans Affairs Cooperative Studies Coordinating Center since 2021, she leads several high-impact projects. Dr. Chen has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Statistical Association in 2018, highlighting her contributions to the field of statistics and public health. She has held various significant roles in research projects funded by prestigious organizations such as the NIH, emphasizing her expertise in complex longitudinal data analysis and adherence issues within public health contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Stanford Prevention Research Center • Stanford, CA

Leading research initiatives in public health and biostatistics.

Director

2021-01-01 — Present

Palo Alto Veteran Affairs Cooperative Studies Coordinating Center • Stanford, CA

Overseeing cooperative studies and research coordination.

Awards

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Fellow

Courses

CHPR 399 CHPR 290 CHPR 211

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.