Ann X. Huang

Dr. Ann X. Huang is an Associate Professor in the Special Education program at Duquesne University's School of Education, specifically within the Department of Educational Foundations and Leadership. Her work focuses on assessments and education for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Learning Disabilities (LD), emphasizing evidence-based behavioral interventions grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behavior Supports.

Education: She earned her Ph.D. in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Tennessee Technological University in 2007. Her research has been consistently funded through grants from organizations like the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare, Autism Speaks, and the ALCOA Foundation, totaling over $300,000 in principal investigator roles.

Research Interests: Dr. Huang's work addresses transition planning, social skills training, and inclusion strategies for adolescents and young adults with disabilities. She has pioneered university-based transition programs and explored barriers faced by immigrant families accessing ASD services. Her studies include analyzing self-awareness in high-functioning ASD individuals and examining disparities in mental healthcare access for immigrant children with ASD.

Grants & Contributions: Over 15 grants since 2008 highlight her leadership in transition planning research, including a focus on STEM support for college students with ASD. Her collaborative projects with colleagues like Dr. T. Hughes have explored ASD in criminal justice contexts and sexual offender populations.

Labs/Teams: While specific lab names aren't listed, her work is conducted through Duquesne's educational programs and partnerships with agencies like the Bureau of Autism Services. She serves as an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Educational Psychology and maintains active memberships in ABAI, ACEI, and the Autism Society of America.