Yafeng Wang

Yafeng Wang serves as an Assistant Teaching Professor at Northeastern University with a joint appointment between the College of Social Sciences and Humanities and the College of Engineering, primarily affiliated with the Department of Philosophy and Religion where he contributes to teaching and research initiatives.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Philosophy from Stanford University

Dr. Wang's research program critically examines the philosophy of science and technology, with significant contributions to understanding accident investigation methodologies in major engineering failures—particularly aviation disasters. His work further explores systematic integration of social and ethical values into engineering design processes and investigates the psychological consequences of emerging technologies on mental health, addressing critical intersections between technological advancement and human wellbeing.