Yulan Liang

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Yulan Liang is a leading researcher at the intersection of assistive technologies and neurodevelopmental disorders, with a primary focus on leveraging computer- and robot-assisted therapies to enhance social and intellectual functioning in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Her seminal 2019 paper, "Computer- and Robot-Assisted Therapies to Aid Social and Intellectual Functioning of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder," has garnered 74 citations, establishing her as a key voice in the field. Liang's major contribution lies in systematically evaluating how interactive technologies—from social robots to digital platforms—can bridge critical gaps in traditional social skills therapy, offering scalable, engaging interventions that address core ASD challenges. Her work demonstrates that these tools can improve joint attention, emotional recognition, and communication, providing evidence-based pathways for personalized therapy. Beyond this flagship study, Liang's research portfolio explores the design and efficacy of human-robot interaction for special education, earning recognition for its practical impact on clinical practice. Her findings are widely cited by engineers, therapists, and educators, underscoring her role in shaping a future where technology empowers children with ASD to thrive socially and intellectually.