Danny Liu

Danny Liu is a Professor of Educational Technologies at the University of Sydney, where he leads educational innovation through the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) Portfolio. With a background in molecular biology, he has transitioned to focus on educational technology, learning analytics, and AI integration in higher education.

His educational background includes a PhD from University of Sydney (2011), Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (2016), and BSc (Advanced) (2006). Liu's research centers on generative AI applications, student engagement, and personalized learning, with current projects like the Cogniti platform and Student Relationship Engagement System.

• 2020–present: Associate Professor at Sydney
• 2016–2019: Senior Lecturer at Sydney

His recent publications show a clear trajectory toward AI in assessment and educational technology, including 2025 works on assessment validity and generative AI impact. Awards include multiple teaching citations, ASCILITE Innovation Awards, and national grants for educational technology.

Liu serves in professional groups like:

• Australasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education
• Society for Learning Analytics Research
• EDUCAUSE AI Community Group

Though primarily focused on educational technology, his early molecular biology research on plant cell communication remains referenced in foundational literature.