Fan Yang

Fan Yang is an Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Her research focuses on health communication, with emphasis on persuasive message design and evaluation for culturally diverse populations, particularly in cancer communication. She explores innovative communication channels like interactive data visualizations to enhance public understanding of health risks and improve behaviors.

• Education: B.A. in Mass Communication from China Youth University for Political Sciences; M.A. and Ph.D. in Communication Studies from University of Miami
• Teaching: Courses include health communication, persuasion, intercultural communication, organizational communication, and communication theory
• Contact: Office in Heritage Hall 333; phone (205) 975-2903; email fanyang@uab.edu

Her research connects communication strategies with health outcomes, focusing on culturally tailored messaging and technology-enhanced dissemination. She emphasizes practical application of communication theories to real-world health challenges.