About
Heidi H. Liu is an Associate Professor of Law, specializing in how legal decision-makers use and sometimes misuse information in courts, negotiations, and policy contexts. Her work employs behavioral science and statistical methods to address issues like gender stereotyping and risk-taking in employment discrimination and evidence law. She is affiliated with an institution in Washington, DC (2000 H Street NW), though the university name is not explicitly stated in the text.
Education:
- AB in Economics (magna cum laude) from Harvard College
- JD and PhD in Public Policy from Harvard University
Research Interests: Dr. Liu’s research spans legal decision-making processes, the impact of information restrictions in law, and behavioral interventions to mitigate biases. She examines contexts such as jury instructions, workplace accommodations, and healthcare policies, with a focus on gender dynamics and systemic disparities. Her methodologies include experimental studies and policy analysis.
Grants & Funding: Her work is supported by organizations like Pivotal Ventures, the Laura and John Arnold Foundation, and Harvard’s programs in inequality, gender policy, and cognitive science.
Advising & Professional Experience: Prior to academia, Liu contributed to Nudge (Thaler & Sunstein) as a research assistant and worked in economic consulting. She has also held editorial roles at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Gender Action Portal and practiced law in Silicon Valley.
